| General Description | A flowering cactus that occurs in a limited range (2600 km2) 150 - 800 m above sea level. |
| Shape | Rounded to mounding. |
| Landscape | In a potted succulent plant collection, in a small rock garden or as a potted patio accent plant. |
| Propagation | By division. |
| Cultivation | Grow in full to partial sun in any well-draining cactus-grade soil. Add loose gravel to the soil to aid in drainage. |
| Pests | No known pests or diseases. |
| Notable Specimens | Muttart Conservatory, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. |
| Habitat | Dry slopes and plains in a limited range (2600 km2) 150 - 800 m above sea level. |
| Bark/Stem Description | Fleshy succulent covered in a layer of small dense spines. |
| Flower Description | Small rounded flowers at the apex. |
| Colour Description | Deep green succulent flesh covered in golden brown to white spines. Buttery yellow flowers boom at the apex. |
| Texture Description | Smooth, leathery and spiny. |
