Ladyfinger cactus
Mammillaria elongata · Pincushion Cacti · Cactus family
Also known as: Gold Lace Cactus · Golden Stars
Very easy5–30cmPet-friendly
Ladyfinger cactus care at a glance
Ladyfinger cactus (Mammillaria elongata) needs little water and prefers to grow in full sun. Ideal temperature: 21–27 °C.
- Water need
- Low
- Light
- Full sun
- Soil moisture
- Dry
- Nutrients
- Low
- Ideal temperature
- 21–27 °C
- Life cycle
- Perennial
Pests & Diseases on Ladyfinger cactus
Possible pests on Ladyfinger cactus include Mealybugs, Spider mites and Scale insects. A common disease is Stem rot. Ladyfinger cactus is considered pet-friendly.
Pest
- Mealybugs Medium
- Spider mites Medium
- Scale insects Medium
Disease
- Stem rot High
A baseline from curated sources, not a command. You decide in the end.
Frequently asked questions about Ladyfinger cactus
- Which pests affect Ladyfinger cactus?
- Possible pests on Ladyfinger cactus include Mealybugs, Spider mites and Scale insects.
- Which diseases affect Ladyfinger cactus?
- A common disease is Stem rot.
- Is Ladyfinger cactus toxic to cats and dogs?
- Ladyfinger cactus is considered pet-friendly and safe for cats and dogs.
- How much water does Ladyfinger cactus need?
- Ladyfinger cactus has a low water requirement.
- What light does Ladyfinger cactus need?
- Ladyfinger cactus prefers to grow in full sun.
- Is Ladyfinger cactus frost-hardy?
- Ladyfinger cactus is not frost-hardy. Its lower limit is around 1 °C.