Mammillaria Compressa

Mammillaria Compressa is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!

Benefits of Growing Mother of Hundreds →

Common Mother of Hundreds Problems →

Mammillaria Compressa thrives in dry soil and should be watered sparingly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Mother of Hundreds Water Frequency →

Mother of Hundreds Root Rot →

Mammillaria Compressa requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Mother of Hundreds Light Requirements →

Mother of Hundreds Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

Mammillaria Compressa is not known to cause harm to humans or pets. Regardless, if you, a family member, a cat, or dog has ingested any plant material, please consult a doctor or a veterinarian.

Mother of Hundreds Toxicity to Cats →

Mother of Hundreds Toxicity to Dogs →

Mother of Hundreds Toxicity to Humans →

Mammillaria Compressa enjoys lots of humidity. Provide humidity for your plant by watering regularly and thoroughly, since plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves. They may also benefit from being placed next to a humidifier.

Mother of Hundreds Humidity Needs →

Mammillaria Compressa is very sensitive to wet soil, so choose a potting soil that drains very well and doesn’t retain too much moisture. A good soil will have lots of perlite or vermiculite for drainage and some organic matter for nutrition. A few handfuls of perlite added to regular store-bought cactus soil will do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Mother of Hundreds →

When and How to Successfully Repot Mother of Hundreds →

Mammillaria Compressa grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Mother of Hundreds →

It’s common for Mammillaria Compressa to go dormant in the wintertime and you may notice their growth slow down. Waterings should be spaced out more during this time.

Mammillaria Compressa is native to the Southwestern United States, Central America, and the Caribbean.

Yes, you may see your Mammillaria Compressa bloom with the right amount of sunlight and water.

Mother of Hundreds Flowers →

Mammillaria Compressa is a clumping plant, meaning new growth will emerge from the soil around the parent plant.

How and When to Prune Mother of Hundreds →

USDA Hardiness Zone
Mammillaria Compressa can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 9a-11b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Mother of Hundreds Temperature Tolerance →

The seeds of Mammillaria Compressa can be used to grow new plants! After your plant flowers, any seeds that formed can be collected and germinated in potting soil.

How to Propagate Mother of Hundreds →

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.

• Common Bugs Affecting Mother of Hundreds →
• Drooping Mother of Hundreds Leaves →
• Mother of Hundreds Dropping Leaves →
• Mother of Hundreds Mushy Leaves →
• Black Spots on Mother of Hundreds →
• Brown Spots on Mother of Hundreds →
• Mother of Hundreds Leaves Falling Over →
• Mother of Hundreds Leaves Curling →
• Mother of Hundreds Yellow Leaves →
• Mother of Hundreds Root Rot →

Overwatering is a likely cause of issues with Mammillaria Compressa. These plants are very sensitive to wet soil so if you notice your plant becoming squishy or translucent, overwatering is the likely culprit.

Cut your plant just past where the rot ends and allow it to callus over for a few days before replanting it in fresh, dry soil. Download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!