Snowball Cactus (Mammillaria Chionocephala) is a perennial cactus in the Cactaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.
Mammillaria chionocephala is a globose to cylindrical cactus native to the highlands of central Mexico, notable for its dense white wool covering and star-like pink flowers.
Snowball Cactus
Mammillaria Chionocephala
Mammillaria chionocephala is a globose to cylindrical cactus native to the highlands of central Mexico, notable for its dense white wool covering and star-like pink flowers.
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