Astrophytum myriostigma

Bishop's Hood Cactus, Bishop's Cap Cactus, Star Cactus, Monk's Hood

Family: Cactaceae Cactus


Type Perennial, succulent
USDA Hardiness range 7B - 11
Exposure Full sun
Bloom color Yellow
Bloom time Mid Summer
Water needs Dry
Landscape uses Container, rock garden, specimen
Height 6" to 10" / 15cm to 25cm
Spread n/a
Growth rate Slow
Leaf color Green
Fruit color n/a
Soil pH requirements Neutral
Soil type Sandy
Form Rounded
Attributes and features Native to North America