Eriosyce villosa *Purple cactus w/ pink flowers* Crassulaceae Easy to grow

Easy to grow

Gasterias are primarily winter growers so give more water in the cooler months and less during the hot months

Check the images closely to see the darker areas with chlorophyll

Clumps readily but slowly because the plant itself is slow growing

Eriosyce villosa *Purple cactus w/ pink flowers* Crassulaceae Easy to growEriosyce villosa A beautiful dark purple cactus covered in straight spines. Like most Eriocyse, this species forms a tap root . Flowers are a beautiful combination of pink petals with a white to yellow throat. 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 frost. Plant needs good light to maintain the