Eriosyce villosa *Purple cactus w/ pink flowers* Cactus Unlike a lot of succulents

Unlike a lot of succulents this species seems to like high humidity

This is a complex hybrid made by Kelly Griffin which includes 'Doran Black' as a parent

Flowers are reddish orange

especially once it starts gaining some size

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Eriosyce villosa *Purple cactus w/ pink flowers* Cactus Unlike a lot of succulentsEriosyce 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