A premium double-mutant hybrid combining the geometric "turtle shell" bumps of Kikko with the snowy white patterns of Onzuka.

Description This exceptional hybrid merges two of the most famous Japanese Astrophytum cultivars. It features the distinct "Kikko" relief, where the ribs are notched or broken into geometric, turtle-shell-like tubercles.

Overlaying this texture is the signature "Onzuka" flocking—dense white stippling that forms V-shapes or snowflake patterns on the skin. The result is a spineless, architectural masterpiece that looks almost carved from stone.

Origin & Type This is a highly specialized horticultural hybrid developed through selective Japanese breeding. Our plants are seed-grown in the nursery and are 100% ethically produced, ensuring no wild harvesting.

Care Guide

• Light: Thrives in bright indirect light or filtered morning sun. Avoid scorching midday heat which can damage the pattern.
• Water: Water sparingly only when soil is bone dry. Keep the stem completely dry in winter to prevent rot.
• Soil: Needs a gritty, mineral-based mix (pumice, lava rock, perlite) with very little organic matter.
• Temperature: Loves dry heat (20°C–35°C). Protect from high humidity and heavy monsoon rains.
• Growth Rate: Slow-growing; a prized long-term plant for collectors.

Additional Details

• Plant Size: Small, globular cactus; ships in a standard collector's pot.
• Indoor/Outdoor: Best for sunny windowsills, glasshouses, or rain-sheltered balconies.
• Beginner friendliness: Moderate to Advanced; sensitive to overwatering.
• Toxicity: Non-toxic and safe for pets.

Why Buy From Us Buy this rare Astrophytum hybrid online from us for a genetically unique specimen. We provide expert packaging to ensure safe delivery of this collector’s item across India.