Astrophytum Asterias 'Super Kabuto'

Astrophytum asterias 'Super Kabuto'
Common Name: Super Kabuto Sand Dollar Cactus

Astrophytum asterias 'Super Kabuto' is a jaw-dropping cultivar of the classic Sand Dollar Cactus, renowned for its bold, high-contrast patterning and near-perfect symmetry. This collector’s dream features dense clusters of white trichomes (fuzzy star-like specks) scattered across its smooth, spineless body—often forming intricate, galaxy-like patterns that vary from plant to plant.

Its flat, rounded form typically displays 8 ribs with woolly areoles and no spines, making it one of the most elegant and handle-friendly cacti around. In spring or early summer, Super Kabuto produces stunning yellow flowers with orange centers right at the crown.

☀ Light Requirements
Prefers bright, indirect light or filtered sun. Outdoors, morning sun and afternoon shade is ideal. Indoors, place near a bright window with good airflow. Too much direct sun can fade the trichomes or cause stress.

💧 Watering Needs
Water only when the soil is fully dry. Super Kabuto is particularly sensitive to overwatering and needs excellent drainage. Water sparingly in cooler seasons or dormancy.

🌡 Temperature Tolerance
Best kept above 45°F. Not frost-tolerant. For cold zones or winter shipping, we recommend adding a [Heat Pack].

✨ Special Features
• Signature White Speckling – Densely marked with dramatic white trichomes
• Spineless & Sculptural – Smooth, symmetrical, and safe to handle
• Ultra-Rare Cultivar – Highly collectible and revered among Astrophytum enthusiasts

Other Common Names:
Super Kabuto, Kabuto Cactus, Star Galaxy Cactus

This cactus will ship bare root and will be ready to place directly in a well-draining soil mix like our Custom Cactus Mix.

Photos in the listings unless otherwise specified are representative of the plant that will be sent to you.
However, Plants grow differently, and each plant may vary slightly in shape, size, growth pattern, etc.
Of course, if you receive a plant that you are dissatisfied with, please reach out to us. We want to make it right!

If temperatures near you are below 45℉ we highly recommend adding a Heat Pack to your order.
If temperatures where you live will be much lower than 20℉ even heat packs may not work. You may consider waiting until things warm up a bit. We know you love your plants just like we do and we wouldn't want any of them to freeze.