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Ferocactus is a genus of large barrel-shaped cacti, mostly with large spines and small flowers. There are about 30 species included in the genus. This member of the Cactaceae family is found in the south-western United States and north-western Mexico. The young specimens are columnar but as they grow older ribs form and they take on a barrel form. Most of the species are solitary but some, such as Ferocactus robustus and Ferocactus glaucescens, form clumps. The flowers are pink, yellow, red or purple depending on the species, and the petals sometimes have a stripe of a darker colour. They are desert dwellers and can cope with some frost and intense heat. The typical habitat is hot and very arid, and the plants have adapted to exploit water movement to concentrate their biomass in areas where water is likely to be present.
Ferocactus glaucescens commonly known as Blue Barrel Cactus is native to the limestone hills of Hidalgo, Mexico. This Ferocactus stands out from the other species. The spines are relatively neatly distributed, and the unusual-looking white fruits are unique. Though it can reach over 45 cm in diameter, it will nonetheless flower perfectly well in a 20 cm pot. It can be a very neat, compact and attractive addition to any collection. |