Mammillaria cv. Caterpincy
Family: Cactaceae
Pot diameter:6.5cm
Fluffy spines and clustered form – like a cactus wrapped in wool! 🌵
Mammillaria cv. 'Caterpincy' is a rare and eye-catching cultivar known for its soft, white, hair-like spines that give it a fuzzy appearance, almost like a caterpillar. It forms tight clumps of small spherical stems and may bloom with small pink or magenta flowers, creating a halo-like ring. A true conversation piece in any cactus collection.
✔ Dense, white spines with soft, woolly texture
✔ Forms clusters – excellent for bowls or wide pots
✔ Blooms with pink flowers in a crown pattern
🌿 Care
🔆 Light: Full sun to bright indirect light – avoid deep shade
💧 Watering: Low – water sparingly when soil is fully dry
🌡️ Temperature: Hardy down to 0°C if dry – prefers 10–25°C
🪴 Substrate: Gritty, free-draining cactus mix with sand or pumice
📏 Max height: 6–10 cm • Max spread: 12–15 cm (under ideal conditions)
📦 Ideal for:
• Collector cactus displays and minimalist desert bowls
• Bright windowsills and well-lit indoor shelves
🧬 Variety origin
‘Caterpincy’ is a cultivated form within the Mammillaria genus, likely bred in Asia for its extra “fuzzy” appeal. While its exact lineage is unknown, it’s closely related to species like Mammillaria bocasana and is favored for its soft aesthetic and clustering habit.
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