Astrophytum myriostigma
Astrophytum myriostigma
- Native to:
- Mexico
Diego Delso (www.wikidata.org),Dav Hir,NasserHalaweh,sergio niebla (www.flickr.com) from Cd. Victoria, Tamaulipas, México,Krzysztof Ziarnek, Kenraiz,Bachelot Pierre J-P,Agnieszka Kwiecień, Nova,Agnieszka Kwiecień, Nova,Agnieszka Kwiecień, Nova,Agnieszka Kwiecień, Nova,Agnieszka Kwiecień, Nova,Dumenil/Maubert
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Cactaceae
- Genus:
- Astrophytum
- Species:
- Astrophytum myriostigma
- USDA Symbol:
- ASMY3
Growth Characteristics
- Height:
- 100 cm
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- High
- Bloom Months:
- may,jun,jul,aug
- Bloom Colors:
- yellow
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Deer Resistant:
- Yes
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
- pH:
- 6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- native to arid regions, avoid overwatering
Propagation & Germination
- Stratification:
- None required
- Germination Time:
- 7–21 days
- Notes:
- Seeds germinate readily at warm temperatures (21-27°C) with light exposure. Fresh seed has best viability.
The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI