Peninsular fishhook cactus
NamePeninsular fishhook cactus
Species NameMammillaria dioica
Common NamePeninsular fishhook cactus
Bonsai Styleforest
Estimated Age (years)15
Container Typenone
Geographic Originnorth-america
Cultivation Difficultyintermediate
Trunk Featuresglobular stems, clustering habit, dense spines
Foliage Typespines (modified leaves)
Height (cm)15
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualitynot applicable
Is Floweringtrue
Is Fruitingtrue
Notable FeaturesAbundant flowering with creamy white blooms, clustering growth habit, and visible red fruits.
Description
This specimen is a vibrant cluster of Peninsular fishhook cacti, showcasing multiple globular stems densely covered in spines. It is currently in full bloom, adorned with numerous creamy white to pale yellow flowers that have reddish-brown outer petals. Several small, red, club-shaped fruits are also visible, indicating successful pollination.
