Lovely small succulent, close relative of the Aeoniums, with highly branched stems and many small, furry leaves. A wonderful subject for close photography. May reach 8-10 inches wide at maturity. Flowers are yellow, with 8-9 (-10) petals.

From Fuerteventura in the Canary Islands. This former species was recently made a variety of the generally smaller and denser tortuosum (purple/red-tinged leaves, 7-8 petals, also found on Lanzarote).

Short lived (maybe 2-3 years), flowering in profusion toward the end of its life. Very easy to propagate from cuttings. At least one lovely medial variegate exists. This plant does not seem to slow down in growth during summer, unlike several close relatives. Flowering may occur during summer or at other times.

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