Astrophytum myriostigma 'Kikko' Variegata – Variegated Kikko Bishop's Cap Seeds

Astrophytum myriostigma 'Kikko' is a Japanese cultivar of the Bishop's Cap whose ribs break into raised tubercles, giving a tortoise-shell pattern (kikko means tortoise shell). This seed comes from variegated Kikko parents, which have cream-to-yellow patches across the body. Both traits vary: expect a mix of Kikko, variegated and plain seedlings. Variegation can take a year or more to show.

Germination

Easy. Germination in 7–21 days at 75–85°F. Not every seedling will be variegated or show the Kikko pattern.

What you'll receive

Fresh seed in the pack size you choose, with germination instructions included. The first image is an illustration, not a photo of the plant.

Care

Bright light to full sun (variegated seedlings appreciate light shade), dry in winter, hardy to around 20°F if bone dry.

About our seed

Seed sourced from local growers and packed on our farm in Blythe, California. Ships within 1 business day, Monday–Friday.