Parodia buiningii Hydroleca while its spent leaves form

while its spent leaves form a skirt of dry foliage as a reminder of the old growth

It is a hardy plant

deep green as the plant matures

and commonly known as ‘Rose Grape’

The delicate feel of the foliage and subtle venation resemble a fish tail

Parodia buiningii Hydroleca while its spent leaves formThis rare cactus is native to Southern Brazil, growing a spherical pale green stem with wooly areoles and yellow spines. Large bright yellow flowers bloom during the summer months. WATERING Water when soil is 100% dry. Water lightly (if at all) during cold winter months. Aloes can be prone to rot if cold and wet at the same time. LIGHT REQUIREMENTS Full sun. FEED If not repotting then you can use a well balanced cactus feed every month from April