Astrophytum mirostigma has the common name ‘Bishop Cap.’ Astrophytum means ‘star’ in Greek – the succulent gets its name because of its characteristic shape. The plant exhibits varied geometrical shapes with distinct vertical ribs that grow stout and prominent with time. Not just that, the plant bears scented blossoms during the blooming months. Astrophytum mirostigma belongs to the Cactaceae family and has its origin in Mexico. The winter-dormant succulent has a slow growth rate, growing up to a height of 0.6 meters, and needs partial shade to full sun exposure to thrive.

Growth Rate

Astrophytum mirostigma is a slow-growing plant.

Flowering

The blooming season takes place in summers when the plant bears a solitary white color flower, almost 2.5 inches wide. The plant blooms only when it is 6 inches tall or more.

Watering and Feeding

The watering needs of the succulent are conservative. No watering is required in winters. Watering in summer should be occasional only when the soil is dry.

Soil

Bishop Cap grows optimally in a well-drained and typical cacti soil mix.

Hardiness

The hardiness zone of Bishop Cap is 10 to 11, with a frost tolerance temperature of -6°C (21.2°F).

Light

Astrophytum mirostigma requires partial shade to grow happily.

Propagation

The ideal way to propagate Astrophytum mirostigma is through seeds.

Bishop Cap or Astrophytum mirostigma is a plant worth keeping in your succulent garden, indoors or outdoors. It makes for a wishful gifting item too!

Some of the information in this description has been found at desert-tropicals.com, llifle.com and cactus-art.biz

Bloom Season	Summer
Botanical Name	Astrophytum myriostigma
Common Name	Bishop's cap cactus
Common Name	Bishop's cap cactus, Bishop's hat cactus
Dormancy	Winter
Family	Cactaceae
Flower Color	Pale yellow
Flower Color	Pale yellow, golden, white
Genus	Astrophytum
Growth Habit	Globular stem
Hardiness Zone	10 11 (USDA)
Mature Size	2 in. tall
Mature Size	2 in. tall, 8 in. wide
Native Area	Mexico
Plant Type	Flowering plant
Plant Type	Flowering plant, Cactus
Propagation	By seeds
Resistance	Drought tolerant
Resistance	Drought tolerant, mild frost tolerant, deer resistance
Soil PH	6.5
Soil PH	6.5, Acidic, Neutral
Soil Type	Well drained clay soil
Special Features	Easy to maintain
Sun Exposure	Full su
Sun Exposure	Full sun, Partial shade
Toxicity	Safe for humans
Toxicity	Safe for humans, safe for pets
Watering Needs	Low