Scientific Name
Other Names
Life Form
Family
Ornamental - It is used as an ornamental plant, also source of nector for pollinators bees and butterflies.
Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, Peru, Uruguay
Subtropical biome.
Annual succulent.
Cylindrical, smooth, succulent, and glabrous (hairless). Stems and branches are usually purplish green.
Thick and fleshy, sessile (without stalks), alternate or clustered, cylindrical or semi-cylindrical, about 2 cm (0.8 inches) long with pointed tips.
Large, showy, and come in various colors like red, orange, pink, white, and yellow. They resemble roses and can be up to 4 cm in diameter. Flowers only open in bright sunlight and close at night or in overcast conditions.
Floweirng: August.