Mammillaria baumii f. cristata Size:6" depending on the growing conditions

depending on the growing conditions

as it is not cold hardy below freezing

growing in a spiral formation around the stem

The leaves themselves are a deep green with flattened tips and a lightly stippled texture

reminiscent of the rich tones found in a cherry cordial confection

Mammillaria baumii f. cristata Size:6" depending on the growing conditionsMammillaria baumii f. cristata, a crested form of Mammillaria baumii, is a fascinating and visually appealing plant. This unique variety is highly sought after by cactus enthusiasts and collectors due to its unusual and striking growth form. In the crested form, the normal growth pattern of M. baumii is altered, leading to a wavy, fan like arrangement of the stem. This crested growth occurs when the cactus' apical meristem (growth center) produces