CollectionPL-001
Astrophytum · Owner specimen
Kikko
Astrophytum myriostigma cv. Kikko
A sculptural, tubercled Astrophytum with a pale, textured body and distinctive Kikko form.
- Recorded origin
- Mexico · cultivated specimen
- Record state
- First living record
Species background
Form follows
survival.
This living record begins with an owner photograph. The plant’s geometry, pale surface and raised ribs make it a strong first specimen for the Plantastic cabinet; future observations will record how its form changes through the seasons.
Cultivation summary
A measured rhythm.
- 01 / Light
- Bright light with careful acclimation
- 02 / Water
- Water only after the substrate is fully dry
- 03 / Substrate
- Very open, mineral-rich mix
Starting cultivation notes for this living record. Dated observations will be added as the plant is followed over time.
Image source
Photographed by the owner for the Plantastic living collection.
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