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Mexican Fire Barrel Cactus

Scientific Name: Ferocactus pilosus var. pilosus (Galeotti) Werderm.
Synonym: Echinocactus piliferus, Echinocactus pilosus, Echinocactus pilosus var. stainesii , Echinocactus stainesii, Ferocactus piliferus var. stainesii , Ferocactus piliferus, Ferocactus stainesii var. pilosus , Ferocactus stainesii
Family: Cactaceae

Frost Tolerance: Hardy to 25°F (-4°C)

Sun Exposure: Full sun

Origin: Central Mexico (Nuevo Leon)

Growth Habits: Clumping barrel cactus, up to 8 feet tall (2.4 m)

Watering Needs: Little to moderate water when established

Propagation: Seeds

Blooming Habits:
Yellow to red flowers

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