Mammillaria
gracilis is an attractive succulent native
to Central Mexico.
Temperature
Because
cacti are naturally native to hot countries, they like warmth. In summer, the
optimum temperature will be + 20-25 degrees. In addition, the mammal can
tolerate hot sunny weather, although the plant may not be left in the sun in
the heat - the stem can get sunburnt. In winter it is necessary to lower the
temperature to + 10-12 degrees. At this time the plant enters a dormant state
and gathers strength for later flowering.
Watering
Mammillaria
requires a small amount of water - the cactus is freezing sensitive. In winter,
watering is more likely to be prohibited, you can occasionally spray the plant
from a spray bottle - no more than once a month. In summer, the plant is
watered no more than once in one and a half to two weeks. If the soil dries
heavily (in dry and hot weather), you can spray the nozzle once a week between
irrigations.
Light
The plant is
photophilic, but a sunny day under direct air is not recommended. A little
shading in the hottest hours will only bring benefits to the cactus. The
optimal location for mammals is the east or west window. In winter, the cactus
will have enough of that sunlight, which can give a shortened day.
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