Eriosyce heinrichiana *large plant* Crassulaceae A attractive East African caudiciform

A attractive East African caudiciform vine related to cucumbers

This appears to be a new species but is similar to S

an eight to a quarter of an inch each

It forms multiple stems that creep along the ground

thuretii in having pure yellow flowers instead of spotted ones

Eriosyce heinrichiana *large plant* Crassulaceae A attractive East African caudiciformEriosyce heinrichiana Family: Cactaceae. Sometimes called Neochilenia jussieui. A beautiful purple cactus with curved black spines. Like most Eriocyse, this species forms a tap root . Flowers are yellow to light orange. Requires general cactus care, but be careful not to overwater as tap rooted species are more sensitive to rot. Protect from frost, though it is said to be able to withstand light frost. Plant needs good light to maintain the dark