Mammillaria carmenae Orange spine form Mesemb The leaves drop readily in

The leaves drop readily in the winter or during stressful times in the summer

but prefers it a bit warmer in winter if possible (that is true for all Pachypodiums)

The color seems to depend on light and the time of year with best color coming in higher light cooler temps

This is the nuda form of the species (it has some flecking) so it shows the variegation even better

It produces thick green ridged stems and branches in time

Mammillaria carmenae Orange spine form Mesemb The leaves drop readily inMammillaria carmenae A medium sized species with thick, brush like spines that start white, become yellow, finally aging to orange. Plant stays but grows upright and clumps in time. Flowers yellow. Takes normal cactus care. Protect from frost. You will receive a plant shown in the last image. Plants shown in a 3. 5" pot. Important Shipping Information PLANTS ARE SHIPPED BARE ROOT If you want me to send them in pots send me a message to discuss. Extra