Astrophytum asterias

Owned by Jennifer & Paige Simpson (@RoyalAlchemy).

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Notes

Family: Cactaceae. This species is spineless and highly sought after by collectors. It is sensitive to overwatering and prone to root rot if the soil remains damp.

Details

Identity & Classification

Common Name
Sand Dollar Cactus

Growth & Physical Traits

Plant Type
Cactus, Houseplant, Succulent
Growing Medium
Mineral-based gritty mix
Growth Habit
Succulent, Cactus

Lifecycle & Reproduction

Propagation Method
Seed Grown

Care & Requirements

Watering Needs
Very Low / Drought Tolerant
Temperature Range
Warm Temperate (50–80°F / 10–27°C)
Humidity Range
Low Humidity Tolerant (20–40%)
Light Needs
Bright Indirect Light

Origin & Source

Natural Habitat Location
Texas (USA) and Tamaulipas, Nuevo León (Mexico)

Collection Context

Quantity
1
Added Details
Family: Cactaceae. This species is spineless and highly sought after by collectors. It is sensitive to overwatering and prone to root rot if the soil remains damp.
Sand Dollar Cactus
Astrophytum asterias by RoyalAlchemy

Astrophytum

asterias

Common NameSand Dollar Cactus

Growth & Physical Traits

Plant Type
Cactus, Houseplant, Succulent
Growth Habit
Succulent, Cactus
Growing MediumMineral-based gritty mix

Lifecycle & Reproduction

Propagation Method
Seed Grown

Care & Requirements

Watering Needs
Very Low / Drought Tolerant
Temperature Range
Warm Temperate (50–80°F / 10–27°C)
Humidity Range
Low Humidity Tolerant (20–40%)
Light Needs
Bright Indirect Light

Origin & Source

Natural Habitat LocationTexas (USA) and Tamaulipas, Nuevo León (Mexico)

Collection Context

Quantity
1

Added Details

Family: Cactaceae. This species is spineless and highly sought after by collectors. It is sensitive to overwatering and prone to root rot if the soil remains damp.

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