This is a variable species from Peru, usually a solitary flattened stem that eventually becomes a short column. The spines are more or less curved toward the body and look super nifty in the sun. The flowers are small, pink, and bloom in the summer.

SURVIVE & THRIVE

Recommended pairings: Coming soon 
Bloom time: Summer 
Size: Up to 12 inches high and 8 inches wide 
Plant in porous cactus soil with well-draining soil 
Provide bright light 
Water thoroughly when soil is completely dry to the touch 
Hardiness: USDA Zone 9a (20-25° F)

APPEARANCE

Part of what makes succulents so fascinating are the myriad ways they express themselves throughout the year, depending on light, season, temperature, soil, and hydration. For those and other reasons, the plants you receive may not look exactly as they appear on our website.