| Shape | Mounding. |
| Landscape | In potted succulent collections, among rocks in rock gardens, as a patio potted plant or as an indoor potted plant. |
| Propagation | By division. |
| Cultivation | Plant in extremely well-draining soil with gravel to aid in drainage, under full sunlight. |
| Pests | None known. |
| Notable Specimens | Muttart Conservatory, Edmondton, Alberta, Canada. |
| Habitat | Tropical and subtropical dry shrublands. |
| Leaf Description | Fleshy, erect Agave-like leaves with small spines along the edges. Leaves form in spirical rosettes. |
| Colour Description | Leaves are a dull, matte bluish-green to deep green. Spines are a light cream colour. |
| Texture Description | Spiny to smooth. |
