Germination of
Mammillaria elongata
Ladyfinger Cactus: Echinocactus horizonthalonius, Horse Crippler, Devil's Tongue
Mammillaria elongata (Ladyfinger Cactus): To germinate Ladyfinger Cactus seeds, start by scattering them over a well-draining soil mix. Cover the container with a clear plastic bag to retain moisture and keep it in a warm, bright location with partial shade. Water the soil regularly to keep it moist, but not overly wet. Germination should occur in 1-2 weeks.
Some of plants may have very have specific germination requirements that may not be covered in these general instructions.
Many seeds require pre-treatment before sowing which we try to list here when we can, but this information may not be present here. Germination times and germination temperatures are to be a guide only. Many factors can DRASTICALLY affect this.
It's always a good idea to research the specific germination requirements from multiple sources for each plant before attempting to grow them from seed.