Eriosyce setosiflora Mesemb Can take the occasional light

Can take the occasional light frost but isn't tolerant of hard frosts

It seems that in some plants the petals reflex all the way back while in others they open like a normal flower

Water regularly in summer

A close relative of the Bishop's Cap cactus (A

An attractive globular cactus with lumpy but shiny dark green skin

Eriosyce setosiflora Mesemb Can take the occasional lightEriosyce setosiflora Family: Cactaceae. Sometimes called Neochilenia heinrichiana var. setosiflora. A beautiful dark purple cactus with short 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