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Monk's Hood

Astrophytumornatum var. virens

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Family

Cactaceae (kak-TAY-see-ee)

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Genus

Astrophytum (ass-troh-FY-tum)

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Synonym

Astrophytum virens

Astrophytum ornatum subsp. virens

Sun Exposure

Full Sun

Sun to Partial Shade

Light Shade

Foliage

Unknown - Tell us

Height

6-12 in. (15-30 cm)

12-18 in. (30-45 cm)

18-24 in. (45-60 cm)

24-36 in. (60-90 cm)

Spacing

9-12 in. (22-30 cm)

12-15 in. (30-38 cm)

15-18 in. (38-45 cm)

Hardiness

USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F)

USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F)

USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)

Danger

Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling

Bloom Color

Unknown - Tell us

Bloom Time

Mid Spring

Late Spring/Early Summer

Late Summer/Early Fall

Other Details

Gardener's Notes:

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positive

neutral

negative

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