Ferocactus glaucescens
Scientific Name: Ferocactus glaucescens (DC.) Britton & Rose
Synonym: Bisnaga glaucescens, Echinocactus glaucescens, Echinocactus pfeifferi, Ferocactus pfeifferi
Family: Cactaceae
Sun Exposure: Part sun to full sun.
Origin: Eastern central Mexico (Hidalgo)
Growth Habits: Generally solitary, barrel cactus, bluish green stems up to 22 inches tall (55 cm), 20 inches in diameter (50 cm); 11 to 15 ribs; 0 or 1 central spine; 6 or 7 radials, 1 to 1.6 inches long (2.5-4 cm).
Ferocactus glaucescens is a magnificent species with glaucous grey body and golden spines.
Blooming Habits:
Yellow flowers, 1.2 to 1.5 inches in diameter (3-4 cm), in summer. White fruit, 0.8 inch long (2 cm).
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