Anacampseros retusa (Poellnitz): A low growing cluster of plum purple and forest green leaves. These clusters sit on top of a thickened rootstock (caudex) that reaches deep into the soil. In contrast to the leaf's darker coloration, it produces bubblegum pink blooms, mostly in the summer months. This plant is fully rooted in a 3.5" pot.

The fine, white filaments that can grow from its center help it survive droughts by trapping water vapor from the air. Anacampseros tend to like a bit more water than most succulents, but you will know when they are thirsty because their leaves wrinkle slightly.

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