Description:Intricately branched wiry shrublet forming somewhat prickly mound-like cushions to 30cm or more across
Habitat:screes and rocks
| Form of cushion | C | Hemispherical (dome shaped) cushion |
| Compactness | 0 | Hollow, with canopy gaps |
| Variability | 0 | No variability |
| Root system | P | Single pivotal root |
| Woodiness | 2 | Woody dwarf shrub |
| Thorniness | 1 | Yes |
| Succulence | 0 | No |
| Flowers | 1 | Short peduncle |