Brighamia insignis Crassulaceae These spines are short and

These spines are short and stiff but are so numerous that the plant isn't that sharp to handle

Plants are currently dormant with the old leaves trimmed off

The stems are covered in glossy semi-succulent leaves during the growing season

Sansevieria rorida Family: Asparagaceae

The fleshy protuberances look like spines but aren't spiny at all

Brighamia insignis Crassulaceae These spines are short andBrighamia insignis Also known as the Cabbage on a Stick this is a rare species from Hawaii (my plants are seed grown). This is a caudiciform that is either unbranched or will make a few side branches. In time it can reach several feet tall. It is a succulent but doesn't like to be as dry as a cactus. So water when the soil is starting to get dry. It may drop leaves in the winter depending on growing conditions, but will regrow in the spring. Makes