Astrophytum asterias *variegated* #3 Cactus These plants are the uncommonly

These plants are the uncommonly seen white flower form instead of the common orange form

The variegation seems to be best in high light an can nearly disappear in low light

Simple to grow

Some large specimens can have over 100 branches

The plant may go dormant and drop its leaves

Astrophytum asterias *variegated* #3 Cactus These plants are the uncommonlyAstrophytum asterias 'variegata' Family: Cactaceae. A beautifully variegated specimen the Sea Urchin cactus. This is the nuda form of the species (it has some flecking) so it shows the variegation even better. Makes beautiful yellow flowers with a red throat in summer. Fairly easy to care for, except it can be very fussy about overwatering especially in winter. In fact, you probably should water minimally if at all during the winter. Can take light