Ferocactus histrix

Electrode Cactus

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Common Name:

Electrode Cactus

Plant Type:

Flower color:

Yellow

Sun (From 0 to 5):

4

Water (From 0 to 5):

1

Maximum temperature:

40°C

Minimum temperature:

10°C

Maximum height:

90 cm

Maximum width:

60 cm

Electrode Cactus (Ferocactus histrix) - Description

A nice little barrel cactus that is quite tolerant to the cold and gives some nice winter interest as well with its needles getting a golden yellow hue to them. Ferocactus histrix is nice and compact making this a great addition to any southwest landscape.

Electrode Cactus (Ferocactus histrix) - Blooming

Barrel cacti bloom later than most other cacti.

Electrode Cactus (Ferocactus histrix) - Growth

They are desert dwellers and can cope with some frost and intense heat. In cultivation they require full sun, and little water but good drainage. Does well in low humidity. Miniature varieties do well in containers if put in a south window. Full sun leads to better spination.

Electrode Cactus (Ferocactus histrix) - Planting

Sow seeds in spring at 50-68°F (10-20°C).

Electrode Cactus (Ferocactus histrix) - Pest

Mealybugs. Ferocactus are also susceptible to cactus virus X and fungal rots.

Electrode Cactus (Ferocactus histrix) - Interesting facts

Tipped over barrel cacti are not due to being top-heavy with water, but from their habit of growing towards the sun. Getting water from a wild Ferocactus is a lot more difficult than legends suggest, and usually illegal as wild plants are protected by state laws.

Electrode Cactus (Ferocactus histrix) - Soil and irrigation

A desert native, this cactus requires no irrigation. Try to keep dry in winter, or at least protect from heavy rains (especially the root zone). Ferocactus does best in poor soil that is fast-draining. In containers, use a cactus soil mix with perlite.