Astrophytum Asterias
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Astrophytum asterias is also known by various other names, such as sand dollar cactus, star cactus, and star peyote. It is a very rare, small cactus species that is non-prickly, round, and grows in a spherical shape.
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Astrophytum Asterias
Astrophytum asterias is also known by various other names, such as sand dollar cactus, star cactus, and star peyote. It is a very rare, small cactus species that is non-prickly, round, and grows in a spherical shape. And there are 6 to 10 ribs in this spherical shape. The body of the cactus is greenish-brown in color and has tiny white patches on the ribs with little white soft areolas. This cactus has a height of about 4 cm and a diameter of around 5 cm.
Usage
Astrophytum asterias, or star cactus, is usually used as an ornamental piece. Astrophytum asterias is a type of cactus that is capable of bearing flowers. It bears yellow flowers with red bases, whose outer parts are very woolly. Along with that, it also helps in air purification. You can place this cactus outside of your house as an ornamental piece or set it in a place where it can get the most sunlight.
About
Astrophytum asterias, or sand dollar cactus, belongs to the Cactaceae family and is a native of the Rio Grande Valley in Texas. The International Union for Conservation of Nature has categorized this species of cactus as a “Vulnerable Species”. This cactus has a slow growth rate and can grow up to 6 cm in height and 15 cm in diameter.
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Care Tips
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| Astrophytum Asterias loves the sun in the first place, therefore it needs proper sunlight. Put them in a place with proper sunlight | In the case of water, it is not fond of that much. But because of being a plant, it needs water to survive, So you can water it once a week. | As for the temperature, it prefers a warm temperature. it should be more than 21 degrees celsius. | As per the soil Astrophytum Asterias prefers loamy & peat soil. Moreover, you can also repot it once every two years for best growth. |
3 reviews for Astrophytum Asterias
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Megha Mayuri –
I was really to try to find this rare cactus from a long time. I found it at some places but it was too costly. they are providing these Cactuses at such an affordable price. I ordered it three days back and it got delivered today. And it is as same as shown in the picture. Beautiful
Deepak Zamnani –
I ordered this as a gift for my friend. And asked them to pack it as a gift and send to his address and they delivered it on the same day i asked them to. So nice customer service for the plants delivery. Best website for plants online.
Ashutosh Acharya –
The cacti was small but still worthy of it cost. Because of rarit, they have a very good collection of succlents as well other plants too. Amazing website for a plant lover like me