Forzzaea cf. leopoldo-horstii SEL1994-0275 Size:Offset Ball-like clusters the size of

Ball-like clusters the size of melons are not uncommon in nature but one rarely sees such specimens in cultivation

A rare lithophytic species restricted to a few canyons of northern Peru

silvery-green leaves in a full 8 inch rosette

A stunning beauty

it is long lasting

Forzzaea cf. leopoldo-horstii SEL1994-0275 Size:Offset Ball-like clusters the size ofA species formerly in the genus Cryptanthus that could easily be taken as a Dyckia in its foliar aspect. Native to the state of Minas Gerais in Brazil where it grows an arid existence. The leaves are stiff, slightly succulent, and straight, about a half inch wide at the base and tapering to a point, bearing small, stiff, outward facing, marginal red tipped green spines. It can attain a size of 18 inches in diameter at maturity. The leaves are a shiny,