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Mammillaria Elongata F. Rubra

Lady Fingers Cactus

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Choosing the Right Size

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Important Notes

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RARE PLANT

You're lucky you found me!

Happiest in direct sunlight
Low water requirements
Express delivery service

The Mammillaria Elongata Rubra, more commonly known as the Gold Lace Cactus or Ladyfinger Cactus is a wonderfully easy to care for houseplant admired for its towering central stem surrounded by smaller stems in a sort of cactus rosette. They're Mexico natives so sure to add some cheerful tropical auras to its surroundings, and its colourful spines and beautiful pink/yellow flowers are sure to inspire! 

For information about a different size plant, change your selection above.

Average Plant Height Below 10 cm
Internal Pot Diameter 5 cm
Botanical Names Mammillaria Elongata F. Rubra
Other Names Ladyfinger Cactus, Gold Lace Cactus
Pet Friendly Not pet friendly
Air Purifying Air purifying plant
Water Requirements Low water requirements
Light Requirements Happiest in direct sunlight

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Each houseplant requires different levels of care so every order is shipped with a handy care guide. For a few quick tips on how to care for Lady Fingers Cactus follow me!

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Other Names For Lady Fingers Cactus Houseplant

Mammillaria Elongata F. Rubra, Ladyfinger Cactus and Gold Lace Cactus.

Houseplant & Indoor Plant Care

Lady Fingers Cactus Care Guide

Caring for this Mammillaria is a breeze - simply place it in a warm spot with plenty of bright direct/indirect sunlight near an East or South facing window, and give it a good water once the soil has fully dried out. Average household humidity is well appreciated, and you'll see it thrive best in temperatures ranging from 15 degrees Celsius up to 22 degrees Celsius.

Lady Fingers Cactus Light & Water Requirements

I have Low water requirements and I am Happiest in direct sunlight.

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Customer Reviews

Verified customer reviews Verified reviews from customers who ordered this product. Reviews collected from independent review partners.
  • Verified
    Tomas S.
    July, 2024
    Lady Fingers Cactus ordered with other items

    Item well packaged and delivered...

    Item well packaged and delivered quickly.

  • Verified
    Mcshezza M.
    December, 2023
    Lady Fingers Cactus ordered with other items

    Perfectly packaged

    Perfectly packaged, no damage whatsoever. I waited a few days before repotting as suggested. They’re all now very happy indoors until the Spring when they can go out into the glasshouse to enjoy the sun and hopefully flower!

  • Verified
    Paul G.
    July, 2023
    Lady Fingers Cactus ordered with other items

    The plants were good quality and...

    The plants were good quality and packaged well, though the soil did come out of one pots a bit. It states if you order later on Thursday, which I did, the plants would be dispatched on the Monday. Mine arrived on the Monday, which I was not expecting so that means the plants must have been with the delivery company over the weekend. Luckily no damage done.