{"product_id":"nasiona-kaktusa-truskawkowego-mammillaria-dioica","title":"Strawberry Cactus Seeds - Mammillaria Dioica","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:14pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color:#656B39;\"\u003eMammillaria dioica\u003c\/strong\u003e – Strawberry Cactus\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#656B39;\"\u003eMammillaria dioica\u003c\/strong\u003e, commonly known as the Strawberry Cactus, is a fascinating cactus species from the genus \u003cstrong style=\"color:#656B39;\"\u003eMammillaria\u003c\/strong\u003e. This plant is characterized by its unique appearance and remarkable botanical properties, making it one of the most interesting members of the cactus family.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBotanical Characteristics and Morphology\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#656B39;\"\u003eMammillaria dioica\u003c\/strong\u003e forms \u003cstrong\u003eround or cylindrical shoots measuring 5 to 30 cm in length and about 5–7 cm in diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e, covered with distinctive tubercles ending in spines. Many shoots can grow from a single plant, gradually forming dense clumps. The areoles develop \u003cstrong\u003e14–26 spines\u003c\/strong\u003e, most of which are whitish and straight, while one or several central spines are longer, slightly curved, and darker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003eThe species typically reaches \u003cstrong\u003eabout 30 cm in height and around 10 cm in width\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it excellent for pot cultivation and compositions with other succulents. This compact form makes it an ideal choice for plant lovers with limited growing space.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFlowering and Fruiting\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003eFlowering mainly occurs in \u003cstrong\u003espring\u003c\/strong\u003e, with individual flowers measuring about \u003cstrong\u003e10–30 mm in length\u003c\/strong\u003e. They range in color from \u003cstrong\u003ewhite to creamy\u003c\/strong\u003e, often with delicate pinkish stripes. An interesting feature of this species is the presence of different flower types – male, female, and bisexual – on the same plant, making it botanically unique.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003eAfter flowering, \u003cstrong\u003elight red, oval fruits\u003c\/strong\u003e appear, which are edible and have a taste compared to a mix of \u003cstrong\u003estrawberry and kiwi\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is thanks to these fruits that the plant earned its popular name \"Strawberry Cactus\".\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCultivation and Environmental Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003eThe species grows best in \u003cstrong\u003every well-draining cactus substrate\u003c\/strong\u003e containing sand, perlite, or other mineral additives that improve drainage. \u003cstrong style=\"color:#656B39;\"\u003eMammillaria dioica\u003c\/strong\u003e prefers a \u003cstrong\u003ebright location with plenty of light\u003c\/strong\u003e, ideally with access to direct sunlight or very bright indirect light.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003eWatering should be \u003cstrong\u003einfrequent\u003c\/strong\u003e as the plant is very drought-resistant. During dormancy, watering about \u003cstrong\u003eonce every three weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e is sufficient. Excess water can lead to root rot, so the pot should have \u003cstrong\u003edrainage holes\u003c\/strong\u003e. During the growing season, a \u003cstrong\u003ediluted succulent fertilizer every two weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e can be applied to support plant development and fruiting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eUses in Cultivation\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003eIn the temperate climate zone of Europe, this species is most often grown as a potted plant. Its compact size and low maintenance requirements make it an ideal choice for beginner succulent enthusiasts as well as experienced collectors seeking unique specimens with decorative fruits.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"mr.seed","offers":[{"title":"5","offer_id":53051514716488,"sku":"2366","price":4.9,"currency_code":"PLN","in_stock":true},{"title":"10","offer_id":53051514749256,"sku":"2367","price":7.9,"currency_code":"PLN","in_stock":true},{"title":"50","offer_id":53051514782024,"sku":"2368","price":35.0,"currency_code":"PLN","in_stock":true},{"title":"100","offer_id":53051514814792,"sku":"2369","price":68.9,"currency_code":"PLN","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0939\/2649\/0440\/files\/Nasiona-Kaktusa-Truskawkowego-Mammillaria-Dioica.png?v=1778097208","url":"https:\/\/www.mrseed.eu\/en\/products\/nasiona-kaktusa-truskawkowego-mammillaria-dioica","provider":"mr.seed","version":"1.0","type":"link"}