Xerophyte

Description

Astrophytum asterias cv. muscleSN|17958]]SN|17958]] recognizable for the green ribs with large creamy white areoles and for the abnormal tendency to branch forming small side pups. In cultivation there are several clones showing varies degreed of monstrosity some of them branching like mad. Seems to be a pretty variable plant with several clones. There are also some crested and monstrous forms.

Note

This is one of the less known and strange Japanese cultivars. It is seldom seen in cactus collections.

Flowers

Not known.

Ribs

Usually 8 with raised tubercles giving them a bumpy look.

Stem

Flattened on top, depressed centrally, 3-7cm tall, 5-10 cm in diameter.