Mammillaria chionocephala aka M. ritteriana Crassulaceae Astrophytum asterias x capricorne A

Astrophytum asterias x capricorne  A very interesting hybrid between two attractive Astrophytum species

while high light gives you a deep pink to purplish flush

usually only a foot or so tall

at least in the west and south (it may be ok further north)

Plants are on their own roots

Mammillaria chionocephala aka M. ritteriana Crassulaceae Astrophytum asterias x capricorne AMammillaria chionocephala Also known as M. ritteriana. A small round species with white radial spines and long black central spines. It makes small pink flowers during the growing season. Will clump in time. Takes normal cactus care. Protect from frost. You will receive a plant shown in the last image. Plants shown in a 3. 5" pot. Important Shipping Information PLANTS ARE SHIPPED BARE ROOT If you want me to send them in pots send me a message to