Mammillaria Gracilis v. Fragilis (Thimble Cactus)

Mammillaria gracilis fragilis
Common Name: Thimble Cactus

Mammillaria gracilis fragilis is a miniature clustering cactus covered in bright white spines that give it a soft, frosted appearance. It quickly forms dense colonies, and its tiny offsets detach easily and root readily to produce new plants. Mature specimens produce small creamy white to pale yellow flowers.

☀ Light: Bright light to full sun

💧 Water: Water when soil is completely dry

🌡 Cold: Hardy to 25–30°F (dry)

✨ Highlights

• Miniature clustering cactus

• Bright white spines

• Offsets root easily

• Creamy white to pale yellow flowers

This cactus will ship bare root and will be ready to place directly in a well draining soil mix like our Custom Cactus Mix.

Photos in the listings unless otherwise specified are representative of the plant that will be sent to you.
However, Plants grow differently and each plant may vary slightly in shape, size, growth pattern, etc.
Of course, if you receive a plant that you are dissatisfied with please reach out to us. We want to make it right!

If temperatures near you are below 45℉ we highly recommend adding a Heat Pack to your order.
If temperatures where you live will be much lower than 20℉ even heat packs may not work. You may consider waiting until things warm up a bit. We know you love your plants just like we do and we wouldn't want any of them to freeze.