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Fishhook Barrel Cactus (Ferocactus wislizeni) |
 DESCRIPTION:
Commonly grows 2-4' but may grow taller. Single, barrel-shaped stem with
long, hooked central spines. Flower color is variable (often orangish)
and they bloom in late summer. Fruit are yellow persist on the top of
the cactus.NATURAL HISTORY: The Fishhook Barrel Cactus is often called the "Compass Cactus" because large plants tend to lean toward the southwest. Warning, drinking the water straight from the pulp inside the cactus may lead to diarrhea. |
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