Mammillaria elongata ‘Cristata’ is also colorfully named the brain cactus due to its convoluted and sinuous growth. One of the more bizarre pieces of Cristata information is how the shape occurs. The form is a result of damage to the plant when it is young. The cells at the injury site go crazy and multiply at a far faster rate than normal. This causes the twisted nature of the pads.
Brain cactus is a common houseplant and in cultivation, this “damage” is manually manipulated to create the fan-like growth. The brain cactus is generally a small plant, only achieving 6 inches (15 cm.) in height. They are chubby little guys with waistband widths of 12 inches (30.5 cm.) across. Read more at Gardening Know How: What Is Brain Cactus: Cristata Information And Care https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/cacti-succulents/mammillaria/brain-cactus-information.htm
10 cm Pot
Mammilaria Elongata Cristata"Brain Cactus"
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