California Barrel Cactus (Ferocactus cylindraceus): Key Facts
Ferocactus cylindraceus, commonly known as the California Barrel Cactus or Desert Barrel Cactus, is a distinctive, hardy plant native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. This cactus species is revered for its cylindrical shape, vibrant flowers, and ability to thrive in harsh desert conditions.
California Barrel Cactus Information: Tips For Growing A California ...
2022年11月21日 · The California barrel cactus (Ferocactus cylindraceus) goes by several common names, including Arizona barrel, red barrel, miner’s compass, and compass barrel cactus. However, all these names refer to the same cactus, a native to the Mojave and Sonoran deserts in the American southwest.
California Barrel Cactus - Calscape
California Barrel Cactus (Ferocactus cylindraceus) is a striking cylindrical or spherical cactus native to the Mojave and Sonoran deserts. It is covered in long, plentiful spines, which are straight and red when new and become curved and gray as they age.
14 Types of Barrel Cactus (With Pictures) - House Grail
2023年9月11日 · The California cactus grows best when exposed to full sun for 6–8 hours; it won’t survive in a cold climate (anything lower than 9a on the hardiness zone map). Plant it in well-drained, fertile, and rocky or sandy soil with neutral acidity, and it …
Ferocactus cylindraceus - Wikipedia
Ferocactus cylindraceus is a species of barrel cactus which is known by several common names, including California barrel cactus, Desert barrel cactus, compass barrel cactus, and miner's compass. It was first described by George Engelmann in 1853.
California Barrel Cactus Guide: How to Care for ... - GardenBeast
2020年11月4日 · Our Guide to the California Barrel Cactus - Everything you will ever need to know! Tips for planting and caring for "Ferocactus Cylindraceus"
Ferocactus cylindraceus, California barrel cactus - American Southwest
Ferocactus cylindraceus is by far the most widespread of the giant barrel cacti, and is quite variable in spine color - deep red, whitish, yellow, or intermediate shades, but characterized by a long (up to 5 inches) central spine that points outwards and …
Ferocactus cylindraceus (Engelm.) Orcutt - Calflora
Ferocactus cylindraceus is a shrub (stem succulent) that is native to California, and also found elsewhere in western North America.
California Barrel Cactus - Pollinator Web
The most widespread of the giant barrel cacti that, like the Arizona Barrel Cactus, may lean towards the southwest. Spines can range in color from deep red, whitish or yellow. Resources.
Barrel cactus - Wikipedia
Barrel cacti are various members of the two genera Echinocactus and Ferocactus, [1] endemic to the deserts of Southwestern North America southward to north central Mexico. [2] . Some of the largest specimens are found in the Sonoran Desert.