| Plant Habit: | Shrub Cactus/Succulent |
| Life cycle: | Perennial |
| Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 5a -28.9 °C (-20 °F) to -26.1 °C (-15 °F) |
| Leaves: | Other: Leaves present as spines (modified leaves). |
| Fruit: | Showy |
| Flowers: | Showy |
| Flower Color: | Lavender Pink Red |
| Bloom Size: | 1"-2" |
| Flower Time: | Late spring or early summer |
| Suitable Locations: | Xeriscapic |
| Uses: | Provides winter interest Erosion control Groundcover |
| Edible Parts: | Fruit |
| Eating Methods: | Raw |
| Resistances: | Drought tolerant |
| Propagation: Other methods: | Cuttings: Stem Layering Offsets |
| Containers: | Suitable in 1 gallon Suitable in 3 gallon or larger Needs excellent drainage in pots |
| Miscellaneous: | Tolerates poor soil With thorns/spines/prickles/teeth |
