Mammillaria karwinskiana 'Nejapensis'

Had these beginning buds since i got it and still waiting. I dont think it'll ever bloom. Hope it does #cactusflowerbuds #owleyecactus #cacti #cactus

I think that is a seed pod left over from its bloom.

Oh really? Should I take it off and open it up? The seeds inside right? @lovestogarden

Why not?! I find that if you open them up and smear on a paper towel or the like, let them dry and then plant. I plant them in a used food takeout container. This way, they have a lid. Once the seeds are planted, water to just evenly moisten the soil and put on the lid. Keep it closed and in a slightly sunny location and it is a perfect hot house for #propagation. You may need to wait until Spring depending on your location. Cactus are verrrrry slow growers. 💕

In the pictures I saw there was a dried up flower at the tip of the red but I dont see much on mine so I was wondering if maybe they didnt bloom yet? @lovestogarden

I think that dark spot on end is where flower dropped. Leave it. If it dries, it is fruit, and you can still get the seeds.

New cactus.... Ready to bloom too. It has so much white cottony fuzz on it I fear I would never see a mealy but I love it and how it looks like snow fell on it #silverarrowcactus #owleyecactus #mammillaria

#cactusflowerbuds