Plants of the World Online — Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
Accepted names, synonyms and distribution. A citation beside a taxon leads to its record.
Accessed 2026-10-08.
Source description
Basis of the account
Use in the atlas
Showing 1–2 z 2 results
Genus
Astrophytum
Astrophytum is my favourite cactus genus. Its variation offers many reasons for close observation. Similar plant outlines can conceal different relationships, while fine details of flowers,…
Read the description AstrophytumSpecies
Astrophytum asterias
A low, flattened, spineless stem, usually eight ribs and large woolly areoles. Mexico and southern Texas.
Read the description Astrophytum asterias