Description: It clusters freely, forming a 'cushion' of small heads about 1 in. across, covered with fine white spines. Creamy flowers appear in late spring and are often followed by orange-red berries, which are said to taste like strawberries. The heads are knocked
Habitat: 400–2250 m altitude
Form of cushion | C | Hemispherical (dome shaped) cushion |
Compactness | 0 | Hollow, with canopy gaps |
Variability | 1 | Variability |
Root system | P | Single pivotal root |
Woodiness | NA | NA |
Thorniness | 1 | Yes |
Succulence | 1 | Yes |
Flowers | 0 | Flowers sessil |