fishhook barrel cactus
Ferocactus wislizeni
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A barrel-shaped desert cactus with distinctive downward-curving spines resembling fishhooks. It produces bright yellow flowers in late spring and early summer, followed by spiny yellow fruit.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native to the United States
Native Range
Southwestern United States and Mexico
Native to: Arizona, New Mexico, Texas
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
pH Range
Soil Texture
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Years to Bearing
- Propagation
A barrel-shaped desert cactus with distinctive downward-curving spines resembling fishhooks. It produces bright yellow flowers in late spring and early summer, followed by spiny yellow fruit.
Climate Match for your location
See how well fishhook barrel cactus grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native to the United States
Native Range
Southwestern United States and Mexico
Native to: Arizona, New Mexico, Texas
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
pH Range
Soil Texture
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Years to Bearing
- Propagation