Anacampseros arachnoides is named for the cobweb-like hairs that, in some forms, cover the leaves. In others, these hairs are restricted to the axils as in the form offered here, which shows off the glossy and glabrous leaves. Most forms are greenish in color but some can blush purplish, and that is especially the case in this form, which is so rich in betalains that it appears to be made of bits of beets, especially at peak color in summer. Flowers are formed on long, sinuous inflorescences and have five pink petals. Like many of the genus, this is said to be self-fertile and can reseed. This clone, if it does reseed, comes true, being the same rich, reddish-purple. In any case, we have propagated this offering by division to assure that it is the same colorful clone. Divisions of HBG 103133, a form collected in 1988 by John Lavranos (26957) 15 km SSE of Laingsburg, at the S foot of Rooinek Pass, along R323, W. Cape, S. Africa. $8.
Published in the Cactus and Succulent Journal, Vol. 95 (2), Summer 2023