Compass Barrel
Ferocactus cylindraceus
Compass barrel works well in naturalistic landscapes. Also try F. herrerae and F. wislizeni. Note: may be sold as F. acanthodes.
THE BASICS
Type: Cacti
Sun: Full/reflected sun
Hardiness: 10°F
Water: Very Low
Native to: Sonoran, Mojave Deserts
GROWTH RATE
Growth Rate: Slow
Mature Height: 2 feet
Mature Width: 2 feet
Mature Form: Globe-shaped
FOLIAGE
Evergreen
Color: Medium green
Texture: Red/yellow spines
WILDLIFE
FLOWERS
Flower Color: Yellow to orange
Season: spring, summer
COMMENTS
Litter: Low
Thorns: Long
Allergenic: No
Irritation: None
Native Plant
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Photos (l-r, t-b) : Dave Seibert, Sam Draper, Sam Draper, Carol Ward