Eriosyce crispa v. huascensis Cactus It is shown growing in

It is shown  growing in a 3

Under stress conditions this plant may turn purple

Put it in a well draining mix and water when the soil gets dry

The plant grows as a vine and the caudex will get several inches thick in time

Flowers are an attractive pink

Eriosyce crispa v. huascensis Cactus It is shown growing inEriosyce crispa var. huascensis Sometimes called Neochilenia vexata. A beautiful dark purple cactus with short spines. As the plant matures it may make some longer spines. Like most Eriosyce, this species forms a tap root . Flowers are reddish orange. 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 it is said to be able to withstand light