Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
fordii
ID:
686951

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Orcutt) Britton & Rose

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Cactaceae 3: 126. 1922.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000686284

Common Names

  • Ferocactus fordii
  • Ferocactus Fordii
  • Ford's Ferocactus

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Synonyms

  • Echinocactus fordii Orcutt [unknown]
  • Ferocactus fordii fordii [unknown]

Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Ferocactus fordii 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 fordii sub. fordii
Ferocactus fordii sub. borealis N.P.Taylor

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ferocactus fordii 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 fordii 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 fordii

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

Ferocactus fordii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ferocactus fordii?

Ferocactus fordii

What is the common name of Ferocactus fordii?

Ford's barrel cactus

What is the natural habitat of Ferocactus fordii?

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.