Astrophytum ornatum Mesemb The individual heads are just

The individual heads are just an inch or two across

Takes normal cactus care except it is more sensitive to overwatering than most and may be sensitive to excessive hot sun

It is a winter grower so give it more moisture in the cooler months and hold back on the water in the summer

Likes cool weather but protect from frost

plus the bumps are in rows

Astrophytum ornatum Mesemb The individual heads are justAstrophytum ornatum Family: Cactaceae. A close relative of the Bishop's Cap cactus (A. myriostigma). The plant is strongly ribbed and covered with white felt. Unlike the Bishop's Cap this species forms numerous yellow spines. For several years the plant will grow bigger in a globular form, but will eventually become upright. Very old specimens can reach 6' or more. Don't worry if you have limited space, it can live in a 6" pots for many, many years