Light-Temperature:
It does not tolerate as much sun as the other astrophytums.
The lowest temperature (ºC) supported by this cactus is on average:: 0
Irrigation:
Although this species tolerates some frost, the cactus must be dry, since it is prone to root rot.
Multiplication:
Seeds. Sometimes by grafting.
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Scientific name:
Astrophytum asterias
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Synonyms:
Astrophytum asterias var. magnipunctatum, Astrophytum asterias var. multipunctatum, Astrophytum asterias var. nudicarpa, Astrophytum asterias var. pubescente, Astrophytum asterias var. roseiflorum, Echinocactus asterias.
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Origin:
Mexico, Texas (USA)
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