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Scientific Name: Mammillaria elongata 'Cristata'
Common Names / Known As: Brain Cactus, Cristata Cactus, Ladyfinger Cristata
Overview: The Brain Cactus is a striking succulent with a unique, convoluted, brain-like growth pattern of green, wavy ribs, native to Central Mexico. Its compact size and intriguing form make it an eye-catching indoor plant, perfect for adding a touch of whimsy to any space.
Quirky Fact / Common Use: Its brain-like shape comes from a mutation at the growth tip, making each plant uniquely twisted, and in some cultures, it's considered a conversation starter for its eerie resemblance to a brain or a nest of worms.
Ideal For:
Apartments, offices, or dorms with limited space, ideal for small pots or succulent displays.
Beginner plant enthusiasts or as a quirky, low-maintenance gift.
Sprucing up desks or shelves with a peculiar, air-purifying succulent addition.
Available in: 10cm Pots
(Received plants may differ slightly from images displayed. Unless otherwise specified, all Plants come in black nursery pots)