Mammillaria pringlei – (WA Prohibited)
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Mammillaria pringlei is a small globular cactus native to the arid regions of northern Mexico, particularly the Sonoran Desert. This species is admired for its snow-white radial spines that densely cover the tubercles, giving the plant a frosted, haloed appearance. It often grows solitary but may slowly form clumps with age. Named in honour of Cyrus Pringle, an American botanist, it is a compact and charming specimen well-suited for collectors of miniature and slow-growing cacti.
Distinctive Features
- Spination: Dense white radial spines with a small number of brownish central spines; spines form a woolly, almost feathery texture over the stem.
- Stem Form: Rounded to slightly cylindrical green stems, typically 4–8 cm in diameter and up to 15 cm tall in mature specimens.
- Flowers: Produces dainty, pale pink to whitish flowers arranged in a neat ring near the crown during spring and early summer.
Care Tips
- Light: Thrives in bright, direct sunlight; best placed in a south-facing location or under strong artificial light.
- Water: Allow soil to dry completely between waterings; reduce to once a month or less during winter dormancy.
- Humidity: Prefers dry air; excessive humidity can lead to rot.
- Media: Requires a sharply draining cactus mix; add extra pumice or perlite for improved aeration.
- Temperature: Ideal range is 18–28°C; can tolerate down to 5°C if kept completely dry.
- Fertiliser: Feed monthly during the growing season with a low-nitrogen cactus fertiliser diluted to half strength.
- Repotting: Infrequent repotting needed; only when roots outgrow the container, usually every 3–4 years.
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
Size: 66mm Pot - A
