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Astrophytum capricorne

Goat's Horn Cactus

Native to Mexican limestone hills. Grey-green ribbed stems with star-shaped tubercles and curved spines resembling goat horns. Slow-growing arid succulent prized for its unique texture.

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Plant Details

Common Name	Goat's Horn Cactus
Family	Cactaceae
Genus	Astrophytum
Species	Capricorne
Origin	Mexico
Blooming	Foliage plant, occasionally flowers in summer
Leaf Color	grey-green
Sunlight	Sun
Category	Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly	close No

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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Specialized cactus mix with high mineral content, pumice and coarse sand for rapid drainage

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Watering

Water sparingly during active growth (spring/summer). Keep completely dry during winter dormancy to prevent root rot.

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Sunlight & Care

Requires full sun exposure for best form. Provide afternoon shade in extreme heat to prevent scorching.

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Fertilization

Apply diluted cactus fertilizer monthly during spring and summer only. Do not fertilize when dormant.

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Pruning

Remove dead spines or offsets carefully using thick gloves. Avoid damaging the crown.

Pest Control Mealybug Scale Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 2 months

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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months

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Growing Parameters

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Temperature

41° – 100°

Fahrenheit

Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth

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Humidity

20% – 45%

% relative

Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in

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Light (LUX)

4000 – 30000

Lux

Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface

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Light (PAR)

1000 – 2500

mmol/m²/s

Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity

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Soil Moisture

5% – 25%

% volumetric

Water content in the growing medium

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Soil EC

300 – 1500

mS/cm

Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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