Stapelianthus hardyi Cactus Fortunately this species has only

Fortunately this species has only a few glochids (the little spines all Opuntia have) and can generally be handled without getting them stuck in your fingers

brush like spines that start white

This is one of the carrion flower type Stapeliads so you probably want it outside when in flower

especially in winter

Stapelianthus hardyi Cactus Fortunately this species has onlyStapelia hardyi Family: Apocynaceae (Asclepidaceae). A rarely seen Madagascar Stapeliad with brownish green mottled stems. Flowers are most common and numerous in the late summer and fall but can bloom any time of year if happy. They can take some direct sun, but aren't full sun plants. This flower has a pretty powerful scent so you probably want to move it outside when it flowers. Give lots of light, but protect from hot afternoon sun in summer.