Eriosyce coimasensis Crassulaceae In reality the actual skin

In reality the actual skin is green but covered in a natural waxy white powder

A nice specimen of this Medusoid species of Euphorbia with a central "head" stem with long thin side stems

Aloinopsis malherbei  An attractive little clumping Mesemb with warty leaf tips

then cut back or stop all together in the summer

The plant has beautiful red spines that cover the stem

Eriosyce coimasensis Crassulaceae In reality the actual skinEriosyce 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