Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
acanthodes
ID:
686904

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lem.) Britton & Rose

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Cactaceae 3: 129. 1922.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000686237

Common Names

  • Ferocactus acanthodes
  • Ferocactus Acanthodes
  • Acanthodes Ferocactus

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Synonyms

  • Echinocactus acanthodes Lem. [unknown]
  • Echinocactus acanthodes rostii (Britton & Rose) Munz [unknown]
  • Echinocactus leopoldii E.Morren [unknown]
  • Echinocactus rostii (Britton & Rose) A.Berger [unknown]
  • Echinocactus viridescens cylindraceus Engelm. [unknown]
  • Ferocactus acanthodes rostii (Britton & Rose) W.T.Marshall [unknown]
  • Ferocactus cylindraceus (Engelm.) Orcutt [valid]
  • Ferocactus rostii Britton & Rose [unknown]
  • Ferocactus cylindraceus cylindraceus [valid]
  • Echinocactus copoldi K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Ferocactus cylindraceus cylindraceus [unknown]
  • Ferocactus acanthodes rostii (Britton & Rose) Lodé [unknown]

Description

Ferocactus acanthodes (also called the Spiny Ferocactus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical regions of Africa. It has a short stem and thick, fleshy leaves. It is found in humid forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Ferocactus acanthodes is used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive yellow flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as it has anti-inflammatory and antifungal properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Ferocactus acanthodes sub. acanthodes
Ferocactus acanthodes sub. eastwoodiae (L.D.Benson) Lodé
Ferocactus acanthodes sub. lecontei (Engelm.) Lodé
Ferocactus acanthodes sub. tortulispinus (H.E.Gates) F.Wolf & R.Wolf

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ferocactus acanthodes is a bright yellow flower. The seed is a small, dark-brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ferocactus acanthodes is a cactus that is easy to grow from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in spring in a sunny location. The plants should be spaced about 8 inches apart. Division can be done in early spring or late summer.

Where to Find Ferocactus acanthodes

Ferocactus acanthodes is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Baja California, Baja California Sur, and Sonora.

Ferocactus acanthodes FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ferocactus acanthodes?

Ferocactus acanthodes

What is the common name of Ferocactus acanthodes?

Fishhook barrel cactus

What is the natural habitat of Ferocactus acanthodes?

Deserts and arid regions in the southwestern United States

Species in the Cactaceae family

Acanthocalycium glaucum, Acanthocalycium spiniflorum, Acanthocalycium thionanthum, Acanthocalycium leucanthum, Acanthocalycium rhodotrichum, Acanthocalycium klimpelianum, Acanthocereus chiapensis, Acanthocereus tetragonus, Acanthocereus guatemalensis, Acanthocereus maculatus, Acanthocereus canoensis, Acanthocereus castellae, Acanthocereus cuixmalensis, Acanthocereus fosterianus, Acanthocereus haackeanus, Acanthocereus hesperius, Acanthocereus hirschtianus, Acanthocereus macdougallii, Acanthocereus oaxacensis, Acanthocereus paradoxus, Acanthocereus rosei, Acanthocereus tepalcatepecanus, Acanthocereus atropurpureus, Acharagma aguirreanum, Acharagma roseanum, Airampoa albisaetacens, Airampoa armata, Airampoa ayrampo, Airampoa boliviensis, Airampoa cedergreniana, Airampoa chilensis, Airampoa corrugata, Airampoa erectoclada, Airampoa ianthinantha, Airampoa microdisca, Airampoa minuscula, Airampoa orurensis, Airampoa panellana, Airampoa picardoi, Airampoa silvestris, Airampoa tilcarensis, Aporepiphyllum freiburgensis, Aporocactus flagelliformis, Aporocactus martianus, Aporocactus moennighoffii, Aporocactus knebelii, Aporoheliocereus smithianus, Ariocarpus agavoides, Ariocarpus bravoanus, Ariocarpus drabi,

References

Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.
Charles Antoine Lemaire (1800-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lem.' in the authors string.