Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Cactaceae

Genus:

Astrophytum

Species:

Astrophytum myriostigma subsp. myriostigma

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Succulent

Height:

20 cm

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

may,jun,jul,aug

Bloom Colors:

yellow

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:

Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Germination Time:

7–21 days

Notes:

Seeds germinate readily at warm temperatures (21-27°C). Light exposure aids germination. Fresh seed has higher viability.

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