Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
chrysacanthus
ID:
686920

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Orcutt) Britton & Rose

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Cactaceae 3: 127. 1922.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000686253

Common Names

  • Ferocactus chrysacanthus
  • Ferocactus Chrysacanthus
  • Chrysacanthus Ferocactus

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Synonyms

  • Echinocactus chrysacanthus Orcutt [unknown]

Description

Ferocactus chrysacanthus (also called the Golden Spined 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 chrysacanthus 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 chrysacanthus sub. grandiflorus (G.E.Linds.) N.P.Taylor
Ferocactus chrysacanthus sub. chrysacanthus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ferocactus chrysacanthus 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 chrysacanthus is a slow-growing cactus species that can be propagated from seeds or offsets. It prefers well-draining soil and full sun. Water sparingly in the summer and not at all in the winter. Fertilize with a cactus fertilizer in the spring.

Where to Find Ferocactus chrysacanthus

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

Ferocactus chrysacanthus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ferocactus chrysacanthus?

Ferocactus chrysacanthus

What is the common name of Ferocactus chrysacanthus?

Golden-spined barrel cactus

What is the natural habitat of Ferocactus chrysacanthus?

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 Russell Orcutt (1864-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Orcutt' in the authors string.