Golden Barrel Cactus
Common Name: Golden Barrel Cactus
Species Name: Echinocactus grusonii
Family Name: Cactaceae
Examples of Golden Barrel Cactus Echinocactus grusonii
| Plant Facts | |
|---|---|
| Origin | Eastern and Central Mexico |
| Sun Preference | Full Sun |
| Susceptibility | None Serious |
ID Characteristics
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Leaf and Stem Characteristics
- Plant Height: 2.5-foot diameter, 2-foot height
- Leaves: Stem globose, 20 or more ribs, 8 to 10 golden yellow clustered spines from yellow areoles
| Habitat/Ecology | |
|---|---|
| Soil Preference | Very well-drained |
| USDA Cold Hardiness Zone | 8 |
| Notes | Most commonly used as a single specimen plant |