An easy plant to grow, likes some shade from very hot direct sun. The contrast in colors is special and there aren’t many species that have this combination of bright green color and relatively rigid leaves.
Native distribution and habitat: Native to Bolivia, Peru and found growing Saxicaulis on rocks and cliffs at altitudes from 500 to 3,300 m.
Growth habit: The plants leaves form along a stiff stem with each leaf tending to pointing forward. It can form an attractive clump in a few years.
Foliage: Bright green, stiff 100 – 130 mm long on a long stem.
Flowers: Bright coral inflorescence is erect and can be long lasting, it produces
small flowers with vivid white petals – the combination of leaf colour, inflorescence
and flowers is eye catching.
Size: Approx 5-6 inch