Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
flavovirens
ID:
686950

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Scheidw.) Britton & Rose

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Cactaceae 3: 138, 13, f. 1. 1922.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000686283

Common Names

  • Ferocactus flavovirens
  • Ferocactus Flavovirens
  • Flavovirens Ferocactus

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Synonyms

  • Parrycactus flavovirens (Scheidw.) Doweld [unknown]
  • Bisnaga flavovirens (Scheidw.) Orcutt [unknown]
  • Echinocactus flavovirens Scheidw. [unknown]

Description

Ferocactus flavovirens (also called Yellow-Green Barrel Cactus, among many other common names) is a cactus native to Mexico. It has a cylindrical shape and spines that are yellowish-green in color. It grows in dry, rocky areas and is tolerant of drought.

Uses & Benefits

Ferocactus flavovirens 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ferocactus flavovirens is a yellow, bell-shaped flower with a red center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ferocactus flavovirens 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 flavovirens

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

Ferocactus flavovirens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ferocactus flavovirens?

Ferocactus flavovirens

What is the common name of Ferocactus flavovirens?

Yellow-spined barrel cactus

What is the natural habitat of Ferocactus flavovirens?

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.
Michael Joseph François Scheidweiler (1799-1861): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Scheidw.' in the authors string.