| Plant Habit: | Shrub Cactus/Succulent |
| Life cycle: | Perennial |
| Leaves: | Deciduous Broadleaf |
| Fruit: | Indehiscent |
| Containers: | Needs excellent drainage in pots |
| Miscellaneous: | With thorns/spines/prickles/teeth |
| Awards and Recognitions: | Other: National Flower of the Dominican Republic |
