Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
robustus
ID:
687028

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Link & Otto) Britton & Rose

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Cactaceae 3: 135. 1922.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000686361

Common Names

  • Robust Barrel Cactus
  • Robust Fishhook Cactus
  • Robust Spine Cactus

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Synonyms

  • Melocactus prolifer Otto & A.Dietr. [unknown]
  • Echinocactus agglomeratus Karw. ex Pfeiff. [unknown]
  • Echinocactus robustus Otto ex Pfeiff. [unknown]
  • Echinocactus robustus monstruosus Pfeiff. [unknown]
  • Echinocactus robustus prolifer Pfeiff. [unknown]
  • Echinocactus subuliferus Link & Otto [unknown]
  • Echinofossulocactus robustus (Otto ex Pfeiff.) Lawr. [unknown]
  • Echinocactus robustus Link & Otto [unknown]
  • Echinocactus subulifer Link & Otto [unknown]

Description

Ferocactus robustus (also called Arizona barrel cactus, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to the Sonoran Desert in the southwestern United States and northwestern Mexico. It is a barrel-shaped cactus with a bright green body and yellow spines. It is commonly found in rocky hillsides and desert flats.

Uses & Benefits

Ferocactus robustus is a species of cactus native to Mexico. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional Mexican medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ferocactus robustus is yellow, with a diameter of up to 5 cm. The seed is small, with a diameter of up to 1 cm. The seedlings are small, with a diameter of up to 2 cm.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ferocactus robustus is a slow-growing, solitary cactus that can reach up to 1 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or offsets. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location and kept moist until germination. Offsets can be removed in spring or summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Ferocactus robustus

Ferocactus robustus is native to the Sonoran Desert in Arizona and Mexico.

Ferocactus robustus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ferocactus robustus?

Ferocactus robustus

What is the common name of Ferocactus robustus?

Robust Barrel Cactus

Where is Ferocactus robustus found?

It is found in Mexico

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

Johann Heinrich Friedrich Link (1767-1851): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Link' in the authors string.
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.
Christoph Friedrich Otto (1782-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Otto' in the authors string.