{"product_id":"mammillaria-parkinsonii","title":"Mammillaria parkinsonii – Owl Eye Cactus, Mexican cactus with white spines","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMammillaria parkinsonii\u003c\/strong\u003e is a distinctive Mexican cactus, appreciated for its globular body densely covered with white spines and for the characteristic way it branches as it matures. Also known internationally as the \u003cstrong\u003eOwl Eye Cactus\u003c\/strong\u003e, this species frequently develops dichotomous growth: the growing point divides, and the plant gradually forms two or more heads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe contrast between the green epidermis, well-defined tubercles, and white spination gives it a highly decorative appearance even outside the flowering period. Mature specimens may produce small, pale flowers with creamy-yellow tones and sometimes a darker central stripe, arranged near the top of the plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong\u003eBotanical characteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eMammillaria parkinsonii\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Owl Eye Cactus\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cactaceae\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mexico\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant type: perennial succulent cactus\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGlobular body, becoming more elongated with age\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWell-defined tubercles, characteristic of the genus \u003cem\u003eMammillaria\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDense, predominantly white spination\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSlow-growing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrequently develops dichotomous branching, forming multiple heads\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMature specimens can form spectacular clumps\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🌞 \u003cstrong\u003eGrowing conditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e prefers plenty of light and direct sun. Specimens grown in protected conditions should be gradually acclimatized to intense sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e porous, predominantly mineral, and very well-draining.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e limited; the substrate should be allowed to dry thoroughly between waterings. Excess water and moisture retention around the roots must be avoided.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter dormancy:\u003c\/strong\u003e during the cold season, it should be kept mostly dry, in a bright and well-ventilated space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e prefers warm temperatures during the active growing period. While dormant, it can tolerate low temperatures if kept dry; however, potted specimens should be protected from severe frost and moisture at low temperatures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFertilization:\u003c\/strong\u003e moderate, during the active growing period, using a fertilizer intended for cacti and succulents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🌱 \u003cstrong\u003eSecret Garden recommendation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e👉 For optimal drainage and healthy root development, we recommend \u003cstrong\u003eSecret Garden Professional Substrate for Cacti, Succulents and Adenium - SG MIX\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eView the product:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/secretgarden.ro\/products\/substrat-cactusi-suculente-adenium\"\u003ehttps:\/\/secretgarden.ro\/products\/substrat-cactusi-suculente-adenium\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✨ \u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes it special:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003edense, white, and highly decorative spination;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eunusual dichotomous growth, through which the plant divides into two or more heads;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ea sculptural appearance that becomes increasingly interesting as it matures;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eslow growth, making it suitable for collections;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ea Mexican species appreciated by \u003cem\u003eMammillaria\u003c\/em\u003e collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📌 \u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e The plant’s shape, length, color, and spine density may naturally vary from one specimen to another. The plant is sold without flowers. Following handling, transport, or acclimatization to new growing conditions, the plant may show minor scars, superficial spots, or damaged spines, without affecting its health, viability, or development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eHeight including pot: approx. 8 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe displayed price is for one plant.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Floraria Secret Garden (SG)","offers":[{"title":"5 cm pot","offer_id":57110293676358,"sku":null,"price":4.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0558\/5551\/3798\/files\/1137a259-8db8-4b94-9d8f-e5f998a07aa5.png?v=1786477580","url":"https:\/\/secretgarden.ro\/en-lt\/products\/mammillaria-parkinsonii","provider":"Secret Garden Plant Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}