Azure Spine Succulent

This small leaf succulent grows up to 3 feet (91.4 cm) tall. The pleated stem is green, and is covered in handfuls of rigid azure spines. The serrated-edged, broad, flat leaves are solid dull green or sky blue, with vivid purple splotches. Handfuls of them grow from the base in a symmetrical pattern. The leaves are sturdy, and take some effort to detach.

It is very fast growing, taking 10 months to reach maturity. Once mature, a single flower with lilac petals and a dark brown central disk grows at the top, reappearing every year. The flower head is made up of 9 petals in raised layers. It has a delicate scent that smells like new carpet.

The leaf succulent's skin is tough, the lilac flesh is rough, and the bronze sap is thin.