Mammillaria pectinifera Crassulaceae As the plant matures it

As the plant matures it eventually starts growing upright and makes offsets

recently described cute blueish cactus with felted areoles and white star shaped spines

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When in leaf water regularly but don't let the soil stay wet

Mammillaria pectinifera Crassulaceae As the plant matures itMammillaria pectinifera A rarely seen miniature species. It is a small, usually solitary species with very attractive spines at the end of each tubercle. Older plants may offset. They look like little feathers. Flowers are pink. Not difficult to grow, but is more fussy than a lot of Mammillarias and is a slow grower. In particular it is sensitive to overwatering, especially in the winter. Keep on the dry side an you should be ok. Protect from frost.