Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
townsendianus
ID:
687043

Status:
valid

Authors:
Britton & Rose

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Cactaceae 3: 127. 1922.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000686376

Common Names

  • Townsend's Barrel Cactus
  • Townsend Barrel Cactus
  • Townsend's Fishhook Cactus

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Synonyms

  • Echinocactus santa-maria Rose ex Schick [unknown]
  • Ferocactus peninsulae santa-maria (Britton & Rose) N.P.Taylor [unknown]
  • Ferocactus peninsulae santa-maria (Britton & Rose) Pilbeam & Bowdery [unknown]
  • Ferocactus peninsulae townsendianus (Britton & Rose) N.P.Taylor [unknown]
  • Ferocactus peninsulae townsendianus (Britton & Rose) Pilbeam & Bowdery [unknown]
  • Ferocactus santa-maria Britton & Rose [unknown]
  • Ferocactus townsendianus santa-maria (Britton & Rose) G.E.Linds. [unknown]

Description

Ferocactus townsendianus (also called Townsend's 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 townsendianus is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and landscapes. It has a unique shape and is drought-tolerant, making it a great choice for xeriscaping. It is also used as a food source for birds and other wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ferocactus townsendianus is yellow and tubular, with a diameter of about 2 cm. The seed is round, about 1 cm in diameter, and has a light brown color. The seedlings are about 1 cm tall and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ferocactus townsendianus 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 townsendianus

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

Ferocactus townsendianus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ferocactus townsendianus?

Ferocactus townsendianus

What is the common name of Ferocactus townsendianus?

Townsend's Barrel Cactus

Where is Ferocactus townsendianus 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

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.