Eriosyce crispa v. huascensis Cactus hence the name

hence the name

In high light the plant turns a healthy brown color

Flowers are small

Under stress conditions this plant may turn purple

Allauaudia procera A wonderfully strange plant from the arid regions of Madagascar

Eriosyce crispa v. huascensis Cactus hence the nameEriosyce 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