Astrophytum asterias 'Super Kabuto' (G)

Astrophytum asterias 'Super Kabuto' (G)Astrophytum asterias 'Super Kabuto' The Japanese Sea Urchin cactus. One of the most attractive forms of Astrophytum. This cultivar is like the normal Sea Urchin cactus but with a much patterning of white flecks. This patterning is different on every plant. Makes beautiful yellow or red flowers in summer. Fairly easy to care for, except it can be fussy about overwatering especially in winter. Surprisingly, it is less rot prone than the normal form or

mature plants pup so even if it spirals it will make new plants that are parallel

plume-like spines that radiate out from each areole

Dorsteinia horwoodii  An unusual fleshy caudiciform relative of figs

Protect from hot afternoon sun and freezing temps

I will pack as carefully as possible but it is impossible not to wipe some of it off

In low light they are mostly green while in high light they are mostly brown

It is a beautiful plant with a rich orange-brown color that deserves more recognition

Protect from frost

Last image shows a more mature plant

It is a winter grower so water regularly (in succulent terms) from fall until spring

The tuberous roots can be raised when the plant matures

Likes good light but not full sun