Astrophytum asterias *variegated* #9 Mesemb These spines are arranged in

These spines are arranged in rows along the spines giving a nice look contrasted with the dark green body

this species gets water from the roots not the pitchers

You will receive a plant shown in the last image

turning purple in higher light

Astrophytum asterias *variegated* #9 Mesemb These spines are arranged inAstrophytum 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