How do I get my Arizona snow cap cactus pups to root? Mammillaria gracilis f. monstrosa 'Arizona Snowcap' [large] Rare & Unique Succulents

My Arizona snow cap cactus pups have been planted for more than 2 months but they have no roots. How do I get the pups to root?

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Oct 09, 2023 - 07:11 AM

Rooting does require more moisture than an already rooted plant. Be sure the soil is consistently moist while rooting is taking place. Then, be sure your plant is getting enough light. You'll want at least six hours of strong light per day. If all else fails, try a rooting hormone according to package directions.

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Mammillaria gracilis f. monstrosa 'Arizona Snowcap' [large]

Mammillaria 'Arizona Snowcap' (aka M. vetula f. monstrosa): A small cactus densely covered with white spines. As it grows it produces numerous offsets and forms a dense clump. These offsets are easily removed and replanted. Tiny white blooms in late winter. This plant is fully rooted in a ro... See More

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