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One of my favourite mammillarias. A beautifully presented photo, Diane.

Very nice.

Awaiting the flowers opening with interest. Should be a good show.

Nice.

They appear to be species of echinopsis. These variants of E. eysiesii and multiplex hybridise readily and should flower when large enough, if kept in a warm and bright position. These plants would not lean naturally and it could be that they have leaned towards the light in the past. They appear to...

Definitely mix the compost thoroughly before sowing.

A very pleasant surprise, I'd say.

Acid John wrote: ↑Fri Feb 23, 2024 12:47 pm Rod the extrafloral nectaries add something to the flowers taste wise.
Caveat.....don't lick your plants if you have sprayed with something.

Thanks for the tip, John.

There aren't many offers so far, so here is my A. cooperi. It is a fast grower and frequently outgrows its pot, and has done so again. The first photo is the plant today and the second is the flower stalk in July 2021. Last year there were three stalks. The flowers are truly insignificant, one might...