Eriosyce is a genus of cacti characterized by their rounded or cylindrical shapes, originating from Chile. These plants feature thick spines and produce funnel-shaped blooms in shades of pink or yellow.

Eriosyce

Eriosyce aurata

Eriosyce ceratistes

Eriosyce cf. occulta

Eriosyce chilensis

Eriosyce chilensis var. albidiflora

Eriosyce curvispina subsp. armata

Eriosyce esmeraldana

Eriosyce heinrichiana

Eriosyce islayensis

Eriosyce napina is a perennial cactus characterized by its solitary, ribbed, nearly spherical stems, which can reach up to 5 cm in height and exhibit a brownish-green hue. The stems are adorned with dark spines. From late spring through early autumn, it produces funnel-shaped flowers measuring up to 3.5 cm in diameter, featuring a pale yellow color with subtle pink accents.

Eriosyce napina

Eriosyce napina subsp. aerocarpa

Eriosyce occulta

Eriosyce odieri

Eriosyce paucicostata is a slow-growing cactus that reaches a height of up to 20 cm. Its stem is grey-green and features distinct ribs. Each areole produces one central spine along with several radial spines. In spring, mature specimens may bloom with funnel-shaped flowers that are cream-colored and emerge around the top of the stem.

Eriosyce paucicostata

Eriosyce paucicostata 'Glaucescens'

Eriosyce senilis is a cactus that reaches heights of up to 15 cm and is characterized by its thick layer of bristly spines that range in color from light brown to white. During the spring season, this plant blooms with vibrant pink, funnel-shaped flowers that can measure up to 3 cm in diameter.

Eriosyce senilis

Eriosyce senilis subsp. senilis

Eriosyce subgibbosa

Eriosyce subgibbosa subsp. clavata

Eriosyce subgibbosa subsp. coimasensis

Eriosyce subgibbosa subsp. subgibbosa

Eriosyce subgibbosa subsp. wagenknechtii features globular to cylindrical grey-green stems that can reach heights of up to 30 cm. Its spines start as black and gradually transition to a grey hue. During the summer months, it produces funnel-shaped purple blooms that measure approximately 2 cm in diameter.