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Long Spined Barrel Cactus

Ferocactus Emoryi Ssp. Rectispinus

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Overview

The Long Spined Barrel Cactus (Ferocactus emoryi ssp. rectispinus) is a striking succulent, renowned for its prominent spines that can reach up to 3 inches long. This robust cactus matures into a cylindrical shape, standing up to 10 feet tall and 2 feet in diameter. With its brilliant yellow blooms, it adds a bold, desert aesthetic to any landscape. Prefers full sun and well-draining soil. Hardy and low-maintenance.

Sun FullWater Very LowZones 10–11Type Cactus
Long Spined Barrel Cactus (Ferocactus Emoryi Ssp. Rectispinus) — This robust cactus matures into a cylindrical shape, standing up to 10 feet tall and 2 feet in
Long Spined Barrel Cactus (Ferocactus Emoryi Ssp. Rectispinus) — With its brilliant yellow blooms, it adds a bold, desert aesthetic to any landscapeLong Spined Barrel Cactus (Ferocactus Emoryi Ssp. Rectispinus) — The Long Spined Barrel Cactus (Ferocactus emoryi sspLong Spined Barrel Cactus (Ferocactus Emoryi Ssp. Rectispinus) — rectispinus) is a striking succulent, renowned for its prominent spines that can reach up to 3Ferocactus Emoryi Ssp. RectispinusFerocactus Emoryi Ssp. RectispinusFerocactus Emoryi Ssp. Rectispinus+17

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Very Low
USDA zones
10–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Cactus
Family
Cactaceae

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Long Spined Barrel Cactus (Ferocactus Emoryi Ssp. Rectispinus) — This robust cactus matures into a cylindrical shape, standing up to 10 feet tall and 2 feet in
Long Spined Barrel Cactus (Ferocactus Emoryi Ssp. Rectispinus) — With its brilliant yellow blooms, it adds a bold, desert aesthetic to any landscape
Long Spined Barrel Cactus (Ferocactus Emoryi Ssp. Rectispinus) — The Long Spined Barrel Cactus (Ferocactus emoryi ssp
Long Spined Barrel Cactus (Ferocactus Emoryi Ssp. Rectispinus) — rectispinus) is a striking succulent, renowned for its prominent spines that can reach up to 3
Ferocactus Emoryi Ssp. Rectispinus
Ferocactus Emoryi Ssp. Rectispinus
Ferocactus Emoryi Ssp. Rectispinus
Ferocactus Emoryi Ssp. Rectispinus
Ferocactus Emoryi Ssp. Rectispinus
Ferocactus Emoryi Ssp. Rectispinus
Ferocactus Emoryi Ssp. Rectispinus
Ferocactus Emoryi Ssp. Rectispinus
Ferocactus Emoryi Ssp. Rectispinus
Ferocactus Emoryi Ssp. Rectispinus
Ferocactus Emoryi Ssp. Rectispinus
Ferocactus Emoryi Ssp. Rectispinus
Ferocactus Emoryi Ssp. Rectispinus
Ferocactus Emoryi Ssp. Rectispinus
Ferocactus Emoryi Ssp. Rectispinus
Ferocactus Emoryi Ssp. Rectispinus
Ferocactus Emoryi Ssp. Rectispinus
Ferocactus Emoryi Ssp. Rectispinus
Ferocactus Emoryi Ssp. Rectispinus
Ferocactus Emoryi Ssp. Rectispinus

Photograph: David J. Stang, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source

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