Astrophytum Archives

Bishop’s Cap cactus aka Astrophytum myriostigma (ass-tro-FY-tum MEE-ree-oh-STIG-mah) is a flowering spineless cactus species belonging to the Cactaceae family and genus Astrophytum. It is interesting to note that the name – Astrophytum –

Astrophytum asterias [ass-troh-FY-tum] [ass-TEER-ee-as] is a cactus with a disc-shaped body and multiple ribs with white scales.  Due to its distinct appearance, the plant has several common names: Sand dollar