Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
myriostigma
ID:
555748

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lem.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1839

Citation Micro:
Cact. Gen. Sp. Nov.: 4. 1839.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000555080

Common Names

  • Astrophytum myriostigma
  • Bishop's Cap Cactus
  • Star Cactus

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Synonyms

  • Astrophytum columnare (K.Schum.) Sadovsky & Schütz [unknown]
  • Astrophytum depressum Lawr. [unknown]
  • Astrophytum mirum Halda & Panar. [unknown]
  • Astrophytum myriostigma cereiforme Frič [unknown]
  • Astrophytum myriostigma columnare (K.Schum.) Frič [unknown]
  • Astrophytum myriostigma grandiflorum Frič [unknown]
  • Astrophytum myriostigma minimiflorum Frič [unknown]
  • Astrophytum myriostigma nudicarpa Frič [unknown]
  • Astrophytum myriostigma nudum (Rud.Mey.) Frič [unknown]
  • Astrophytum myriostigma potosinum (H.Moeller) K.Kayser [unknown]
  • Astrophytum myriostigma potosinum (H.Moeller) Kreuz. [unknown]
  • Astrophytum myriostigma quadricostatum (H.Moeller) K.Kayser [unknown]
  • Astrophytum myriostigma quadricostatum (H.Moeller) Baum [unknown]
  • Astrophytum myriostigma strongylogonum Backeb. [unknown]
  • Astrophytum myriostigma tamaulipense K.Kayser [unknown]
  • Astrophytum myriostigma tamaulipense (K.Kayser) W.T.Marshall & T.M.Bock [unknown]
  • Astrophytum myriostigma tulense K.Kayser [unknown]
  • Astrophytum myriostigma tulense (K.Kayser) Borg [unknown]
  • Astrophytum myriostigma verum W.T.Marshall [unknown]
  • Astrophytum prismaticum Lem. [unknown]
  • Astrophytum quadratum Cobbold [unknown]
  • Astrophytum tulense (K.Kayser) Sadovsky & Schütz [unknown]
  • Cereus callicoche Galeotti ex Scheidw. [unknown]
  • Cereus colicochus Booth ex C.F.Först. [unknown]
  • Cereus inermis Scheidw. [unknown]
  • Echinocactus myriostigma (Lem.) Salm-Dyck [unknown]
  • Echinocactus myriostigma columnaris K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Echinocactus myriostigma columnaris (K.Schum.) Schelle [unknown]
  • Echinocactus myriostigma nudus Rud.Mey. [unknown]
  • Echinocactus myriostigma potosinus H.Moeller [unknown]
  • Echinocactus myriostigma quadricostatus H.Moeller [unknown]
  • Echinocactus myriostigma quadricostatus H.Moeller [unknown]
  • Astrophytum myriostigma potosinum (H.Moeller) K.Kayser [unknown]
  • Astrophytum myriostigma quadricostatum (H.Moeller) Borg [unknown]
  • Astrophytum myriostigma nudum (Rud.Mey.) Backeb. [unknown]
  • Astrophytum myriostigma tulense (K.Kayser) Backeb. [unknown]
  • Astrophytum quadricostatum (H.Moeller) Houghton [unknown]
  • Astrophytum tamaulipense Houghton [unknown]

Description

Astrophytum myriostigma (also called Bishop's cap cactus, among many other common names) is a succulent cactus that can reach up to 1 m in height. It is native to Mexico, and is found in dry, open areas. It has small, spiny leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Astrophytum myriostigma is used as an ornamental plant and for timber production.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astrophytum myriostigma has small, yellow flowers with white centers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astrophytum myriostigma is a slow-growing cactus that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-draining soil and full sun. Water when the soil is dry, and fertilize during the growing season.

Where to Find Astrophytum myriostigma

Astrophytum myriostigma is native to the deserts of Mexico and the southwestern United States.

Astrophytum myriostigma FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astrophytum myriostigma?

Astrophytum myriostigma

What is the common name of Astrophytum myriostigma?

Bishop's Cap Cactus

What is the natural habitat of Astrophytum myriostigma?

Astrophytum myriostigma is native to the Mexican states of Coahuila, Nuevo León, San Luis Potosí, and Tamaulipas.

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