Eriosyce coimasensis Crassulaceae then cut back or stop

then cut back or stop all together in the summer

This form often makes small yellow spines that fall off leaving you with a fully spineless plant as it matures

The plant has beautiful red spines that cover the stem

Aloinopsis malherbei  An attractive little clumping Mesemb with warty leaf tips

Eriosyce coimasensis Crassulaceae then cut back or stopEriosyce coimasensis Family: Cactaceae. A beautiful purple green cactus covered in straight spines. Like most Eriocyse, this species forms a tap root . Flowers are pink petals. This is considered by many to be a form of Eriosyce senilis. It differs from the standard form in having stiff spines. Requires general cactus care, but be careful not to overwater as tap rooted species are more sensitive to rot. Will clump in time. Protect from frost, though