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 & Shipping Information
Non-Biosecurity States (QLD, NSW, ACT, VIC, SA): We now offer two dispatches per week for these regions:
Tuesday Dispatch: Orders placed by Sunday 11:59 PM AEST.
Friday Dispatch: Orders placed by Wednesday 11:59 PM AEST. Orders placed after these cut-offs will be dispatched on the next available day.
Biosecurity States (WA, NT, TAS): These orders require mandatory biosecurity treatment (PHC) and follow a specific weekly schedule:
Cut-off: Orders must be placed by Thursday 11:59 PM AEST.
Dispatch Day: Orders are processed over the weekend and dispatched on Tuesday.
Plant Health Certification (PHC) 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 costat checkout.
Important Note: We operate independently from Collectors Corner. For any enquiries, please refer to our contact page
