Mammillaria plumosa, commonly known as the Feather Cactus, hails from the arid hills of northeastern Mexico. These exquisite, one-off multi-headed specimens are ideal for collectors seeking something exceptional in form and rarity. Its delicate, feathery spines not only protect the plant from extreme sun but also give it an almost ethereal appearance.
Care Tips
Light: Prefers bright light with some protection from the hottest midday sun.
Water: Water sparingly; allow soil to fully dry between waterings, especially in cooler months.
Humidity: Tolerates dry air well; avoid excessive humidity which may cause rot.
Media: Use a sharply draining cactus mix with added grit or pumice.
Temperature: Thrives in temperatures between 15–30°C; protect from frost.
Fertiliser: Feed lightly with a diluted cactus fertiliser during active growth in spring and summer.
Repotting: Infrequent repotting needed; best done in spring when roots begin to outgrow the container.
Shipping Schedule and Biosecurity Information
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Dispatch Day: All orders are dispatched on Tuesdays.
Cut-off for Same Week Dispatch: Orders must be placed by Monday 7am (AEST) to be sent that week. Orders placed after this will be dispatched the following Tuesday.
WA, NT & TAS Orders
Cut-off: Orders to WA, NT and TAS must be placed by Friday 7am (AEST) to be included in the following week’s dispatch.
Treatment & Delay: These orders require biosecurity treatment and certification, which is completed each Friday. Please allow an additional 1–2 weeks for processing.
Plant Health Certification (PHAC) Fees
$20 fee applies to WA orders.
$10 fee applies to NT and TAS orders.
This fee is per order (not per plant) and is included in your shipping cost at checkout.
Please note that we operate independently from Collectors Corner. For any enquiries, please refer to our contact page.
