Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
gracilis
ID:
686956

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.E.Gates

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1933

Citation Micro:
in Cact. Succ. J. (Los Angeles) 4: 323. 1933.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000686289

Common Names

  • Ferocactus gracilis
  • Ferocactus Gracilis
  • Gracile Ferocactus

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Synonyms

  • Ferocactus peninsulae gracilis (H.E.Gates) G.Unger [unknown]
  • Ferocactus peninsulae viscainensis (H.E.Gates) G.E.Linds. [unknown]
  • Ferocactus peninsulae viscainensis (H.E.Gates) F.Wolf & R.Wolf [unknown]
  • Ferocactus viscainensis H.E.Gates [unknown]
  • Ferocactus gracilis gracilis [unknown]

Description

Ferocactus gracilis (also called Slender 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 gracilis 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 gracilis sub. coloratus (H.E.Gates) N.P.Taylor
Ferocactus gracilis sub. gatesii (G.E.Linds.) N.P.Taylor
Ferocactus gracilis sub. gracilis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ferocactus gracilis 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 gracilis 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 gracilis

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

Ferocactus gracilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ferocactus gracilis?

Ferocactus gracilis

What is the common name of Ferocactus gracilis?

Slender barrel cactus

What is the natural habitat of Ferocactus gracilis?

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