Xerophyte

Flowers

Like those of the well known asterias yellow with a red throat.

Forma Aurea

The schizochromic form (Astrophytum asteriasSN|1464]]SN|1464]] cv. Kikko Nudum f. aurea) has pale yellow stems due to the absence (or reduced production) of chlorophyll pigments

Blooming Season

Spring to summer.

Spines

None.

Ribs

Usually 8.

Stem

Spherical flattened usually non-branched or few branched flat, yellow. Diameter 3(8)16 cm. Height 2 to 6 cm.

Areoles

Round, cream-coloured till white hairy up to 6 (3-12) mm) of diameters. The areoles are normally set in a separation up to 10 mm