Astrophytum ornatum *large plant* Cactus Good light brings out the

Good light brings out the most red in the leaves

Flower image credit Stan Shebs

Aloe suprafoliata One of the most unusual Aloe species

Plants shown growing in a 2" pot

Gymnocalycium griseopallidum A gorgeous Gymnocalycium that is pinkish purple in high light

Astrophytum ornatum *large plant* Cactus Good light brings out theAstrophytum ornatum Family: Cactaceae. A close relative of the Bishop's Cap cactus (A. myriostigma). The plant is strongly ribbed and covered with white felt. Unlike the Bishop's Cap this species forms numerous yellow spines. For several years the plant will grow bigger in a globular form, but will eventually become upright. Very old specimens can reach 6' or more. Don't worry if you have limited space, it can live in a 6" pots for many, many years