Astrophytum myriostigma
Astrophytum myriostigma is a cool spineless cactus that forms plump, fleshy, stars covered in white dots.
Astrophytum myriostigma is a cool spineless cactus native to northern Mexico. It forms plump, fleshy, star-like shapes usually with 5 lobes or ribs. Plants are covered variably but usually fairly densely in small white speckles. Sweetly fragrant yellow flowers appear in summer. Our plants are are about 8 cm in diameter.
Common Name: Bishop's Cap Cactus - [Succulent Pre-Order]
Family: Cactaceae (The Cactus Family)
Zone Hardiness: 9-11
Light: Full Sun
Height: under 4"
Width: 4-8"
Primary Bloom Colour: Yellow
Secondary Bloom Colour: Yellow
Class: Evergreen
Type: Tender
Bloom Time: Summer
Soil Moisture: Dry, Drought Tolerant
Stem Colour:
Fragrance: Yes
Berries:
Benefits:
Deer Resistant: Unknown
BC Native: No
Native Habitat: Highlands of northeast and central Mexico.
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