Is Gold Lace Cactus safe for pets?

Yes, Gold Lace Cactus (Mammillaria Elongata) is considered safe for cats and dogs.

Is Gold Lace Cactus easy to care for?

Gold Lace Cactus has a easy care difficulty rating. It requires low watering and full_sun or partial_shade light.

Can Gold Lace Cactus grow indoors?

Gold Lace Cactus is primarily an outdoor plant and may not thrive indoors without specialized conditions.

Gold Lace Cactus (Mammillaria Elongata) is a perennial cactus in the Cactaceae family with easy 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 elongata is a cylindrical cactus species native to central Mexico, known for its dense clusters of spiny stems and small flowers.

Last updated: February 2026

Gold Lace Cactus

Mammillaria Elongata

Mammillaria elongata is a cylindrical cactus species native to central Mexico, known for its dense clusters of spiny stems and small flowers.

Quick Facts

Type

cactus

Lifecycle

perennial

Care Difficulty

Easy

Water Needs

Low

Light

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Hardiness Zones

9-11

Safety

🐕

Pet Safe

⚠️

Not Child Safe

✅

Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, gravelly, well-drained cactus mix

Indoor:No

Outdoor:Yes

Garden Use:ornamental, groundcover, drought-tolerant landscaping

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Gold Lace Cactus

Jan

Prune

Feb

Fertilize

Mar

Repot

Apr

Water+

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Cactaceae

Genus:Mammillaria