Bishop's Cap Cactus - Astrophytum myriostigma

Introducing the Bishop’s cap Cactus, known as Astrophytum myriostigma, a vibrant member of the Astrophytum genus. Native to Mexico, the Bishop cap gets its name from the distinctive shape of its stem, which resembles the bishop’s hat worn by bishops. Bishop's Cap cactus has a globular or cylindrical stem that can grow up to 40 inches tall and 8 inches wide.This slow-growing plant stems are covered in numerous tubercles, which are raised, cone-shaped structures that give it a beautiful textured appearance. The cactus typically has a vibrant green color, but some varieties may exhibit a bluish or grayish hue, depending on the specific species and growing conditions.  When it comes to flowering, Bishop's Cap cacti produce stunning pale-yellow flowers with a bright orange or red center. The bishop flowers emerge from the top of the stem and can reach a diameter of about 2 inches. They bloom during the summer months and are a delightful sight to behold.  To take care of the Astrophytum m