Astrophytum asterias



Habitat loss & commercial cactus collectors are not the only threats to this cactus species.

Digging by feral pigs has made the future of this individual uncertain.





Drought-induced predation by rodents has almost certainly resulted in the death of these individuals (if not already accomplished).





Regrowth

Astrophytum asterias images from South Texas

More Astrophytum asterias images from South Texas

A look at Astrophytum asterias in Tamaulipas, México

Commonly associated plants





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