Mammillaria tetrancistra Seeds

Mammillaria tetrancistra
(Also known as “common fishhook cactus”)

🌎 Native to: Southwestern United States and Northern Mexico
🌿 Growth habit: Solitary or slowly clumping with spherical to cylindrical stems
🪴 Grows to about: 6–8 inches tall and 3–5 inches wide
🌸 Flowers: Pink to magenta blooms with pale centers, often appearing in spring
🦋 Wildlife interactions: Produces juicy red fruits that attract birds and desert critters
🪴 Seeds collected from: Plants grown at Arid Adaptations Nursery in Tucson, Arizona

Tough, tiny, and full of charm—Mammillaria tetrancistra is the kind of cactus that survives where few dare to grow. With its hooked spines and vibrant blooms, it pops up across harsh desert terrain like a little survivor’s badge. These seeds were hand-collected in Tucson, and they’re ready to bring some wild desert energy to your space.