Astrophytum asterias *variegated* #1 Cactus in the winter it goes

in the winter it goes dormant but produces "gemmae" which are seed like propagules that can be planted like seeds and will grow into new plants

4 rib form of the variety

thick silvery white leaves

rubrispinus Also called E

Astrophytum asterias *variegated* #1 Cactus in the winter it goesAstrophytum asterias 'variegata' Family: Cactaceae. A beautifully variegated specimen the Sea Urchin cactus. This is the nuda form of the species (it has some flecking) so it shows the variegation even better. Makes beautiful yellow flowers with a red throat in summer. Fairly easy to care for, except it can be very fussy about overwatering especially in winter. In fact, you probably should water minimally if at all during the winter. Can take light