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Astrophytum capricorne
Also Known As
- Astrophytum capricorne aurea
- Astrophytum capricorne var. aureum
- Astrophytum niveum
- Echinocactus capricornis
- Goat's Horn Cactus
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 6"-36"
- W: 4"-6"
planting zones
- 9a-12
Astrophytum capricorne plant details
Astrophytum capricorne is an evergreen cactus / succulent with blue and green foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Astrophytum capricorne
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: cactaceae
- Foliage: evergreen blue and green
- Mature size: 4 IN - 6 IN - wide, 6 IN - 36 IN - tall
- Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
- Uses: xeric
GROWING CONDITIONS for Astrophytum capricorne
- USDA Zones: 9a - 12
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Cactus Jungle
By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens
By: Kara Nursery
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Gardening facts about Astrophytum capricorne plant
How to Grow Astrophytum capricorne
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in winter
Soil Needs
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
- blue
Flower Color
- yellow
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9a-12
Size
Height: 12"-72"
Width: 6"-12"
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
aka Astrophytum ornatum mirabelli, Astrophytum ornatum mirbellii, Monk's Hood
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9b-12
Size
Height: 12"-72"
Width: 6"-12"
- sun - dappled shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
aka Sea Urchin Cactus
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9a-12
Size
Height: 1"-3"
Width: 2"-6"
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
aka Bishop's Cap, Bishop's Hat, Bishop's Miter Cactus 'Onzuka'
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9a-12
Size
Height: 4"-24"
Width: 3"-9"
- sun - dappled shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
- dry when dormant
aka Bishop's Cap, Bishop's Miter
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9a-12
Size
Height: 4"-36"
Width: 4"-6"
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
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