Cereus aethiops Mesemb This is a smaller Aloe

This is a smaller Aloe that produces long

The cactus is covered in wavy ribs and long spines

This form of the species has red prickles all over the leaf surface

Though it can be a fickle plant and can be growing or dormant at any time of year

This species has both a purple flower form and a yellow flower form

Cereus aethiops Mesemb This is a smaller AloeCereus aethiops A nice columnar species with dark black spines. The plants can be purple during winter dormancy or times of stress but is otherwise blueish green normally. This is one of the smaller columnar species, only reaching 5 6' or so, making it reasonable as a potted indoor plant near a bright window for those in colder climates. Makes big tubular flowers during the warmer months. Easy to grow, just give normal succulent care of good light and