mammillaria bocasana monstruosa

Native to central Mexico, Mammillaria bocasana monstruosa inhabits calcareous rocky slopes. It is a fasciated mutation of the typical species, showing irregular growth and abnormal branching. It is polycarpic, with twisted stems reaching up to 15 cm tall. Fasciated cylindrical stems, 10-15 cm, with tubercles arranged in irregular spirals. White, thin spines 1-2 cm long, dense and interwoven. Light green coloration with yellowish tones during summer.