From the Northern Province of South Africa, this pachycaul succulent has a large, knobby base protruding from the ground. The stems are multibranched and produce 3-5 lobed leaves that are notable for their conspicuous veins and overall reddish tone, which can be quite vivid in some individuals. These plants likely are hybrids but bear a strong resemblance to the pure species. These plants are seedlings in 2-gallon pots.