I am excited about having this plant, but am afraid I might overprotect it. I am told that it seldom needs to be watered. If overwatered the individual plant gets soft. Any info about this plant is welcome. BTW, it's doing okay, I just want to hear other's experiences. Thanks heaps!

Some interesting reading that may help...


http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/publications/wildlife_habitat/pdf_docs/star_cactus_t_e.pdf#search=texas%20star%20cactus\'


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For the first site, you'll need adobe reader.
Hope this helps!

ok, so i am trying to edit the top url so it doesn't run off the page. the bottom edit worked but i will keep trying...

Jiffymouse -- everything looks good to me I just elarged my window and got the text. Or maybe I don't know what you were trying to do. Thx for your help. Jane

Hey Jane hows things in Abilene? Have relatives all way around you. Cisco,Merkel etc. Just copy the first link and paste into your address bar it comes up you need adobe to view it.
Jimmy

Thanks everybody for your help re cactus. Hey, JV, actually I'm living in Alpine, TX, now, but was born in ABilene. So, I know where those little towns are very well. Have a brother in Ft. Worth. THanks again for your help.