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Position

Sun Exposure:
Full sun
Aspect:
South facing, west facing

Soil

Clay / Heavy / Moist / Well Drained / Light / Sandy

Astrophytum myriostigma is a slow-growing cactus native to Mexico. Unlike many cacti, it has no spines which makes handling a pain-free experience. Yellow flowers are produced in summer and sometimes have a red centre.

Grow Astrophytum myriostigma in cactus compost with added limestone chippings in a bright spot. Water during the growing season but keep dry during the winter.

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Sowyesyes
Flowersyesyes

Astrophytum ‘Myriostigma’ and wildlife

Astrophytum ‘Myriostigma’ has no particular known value to wildlife in the UK.

Is Astrophytum ‘Myriostigma’ poisonous?

Astrophytum ‘Myriostigma’ has no toxic effects reported.

No reported toxicity to:
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Cats
Cats
Is not known to attract Dogs
Dogs
Is not known to attract Horses
Horses
Is not known to attract Livestock
Livestock
Is not known to attract People
People
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