Cacti - Mammillaria Bocasana

Mammillaria bocasana – Powder Puff Cactus | Soft, Blooming Wonder for Cactus Lovers

Add a playful, cloud-like accent to your collection with Mammillaria bocasana, lovingly known as the Powder Puff Cactus. Native to the arid regions of Mexico, this charming cactus is prized for its fluffy white hairs, delicate spines, and circular bursts of colorful blooms in spring and summer.

Its round, clustering form and woolly texture give it a whimsical appearance, while its low-maintenance nature makes it a favorite for beginners and collectors alike.

Why You'll Love It:

Soft & Fluffy Appeal: Covered in silky white hairs that give it a dreamy, powder-puff look—almost too cute to be real!

Charming Clusters: Forms small globes that multiply into beautiful, mounding clusters over time.

Colorful Flower Rings: Expect a crown of pink, peach, or pale yellow flowers in spring and summer—stunning against the white fuzz.

Pollinator Friendly: Attracts bees and butterflies during bloom season, bringing life to your garden or windowsill.

Effortless Beauty: Drought-tolerant and beginner-friendly, perfect for indoor shelves or sun-drenched patios.

 Easy-Care Instructions:

• Light: Bright, indirect light with some morning sun
• Watering: Let soil dry out completely between waterings
• Soil: Use a fast-draining cactus or succulent mix
• Hardiness: Protect from frost; ideal for indoor or sheltered outdoor spaces

 Perfect For:

• Succulent and cactus arrangements
• Indoor plant shelves and windowsills
• Gifting to plant lovers or collectors
• Whimsical garden designs and fairy gardens

Bring home the soft charm and sunny blooms of the Mammillaria bocasana Powder Puff Cactus—a must-have cactus that’s as adorable as it is easy to grow!

The succulent plant housed in the red pot comes in a 80mm diameter container. While the image provides a representative depiction of what you will receive, but may vary slightly because no two succulents are the same. 

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We usually ship bare root for freshness and to keep costs low, but we’re happy to pot your plant on request!

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