Ferocactus emoryi
Long Spined Barrel Cactus
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Long Spined Barrel Cactus (Ferocactus emoryi) - Description
A very tall version of barrel cactus that is native to Baja California. Two types of spines gives a very nice look, the long curved ones mixed in with the even larger long straight spines. Will work nicely throughout the south west and into the coastal area of Southern California.
Long Spined Barrel Cactus (Ferocactus emoryi) - Blooming
Barrel cacti bloom later than most other cacti.
Long Spined Barrel Cactus (Ferocactus emoryi) - Growth
They are desert dwellers and can cope with some frost and intense heat. In cultivation they require full sun, and little water but good drainage. Does well in low humidity. Miniature varieties do well in containers if put in a south window. Full sun leads to better spination.
Long Spined Barrel Cactus (Ferocactus emoryi) - Planting
Sow seeds in spring at 50-68°F (10-20°C).
Long Spined Barrel Cactus (Ferocactus emoryi) - Pest
Mealybugs. Ferocactus are also susceptible to cactus virus X and fungal rots.
Long Spined Barrel Cactus (Ferocactus emoryi) - Interesting facts
Tipped over barrel cacti are not due to being top-heavy with water, but from their habit of growing towards the sun. Getting water from a wild Ferocactus is a lot more difficult than legends suggest, and usually illegal as wild plants are protected by state laws.
Long Spined Barrel Cactus (Ferocactus emoryi) - Soil and irrigation
A desert native, this cactus requires no irrigation. Try to keep dry in winter, or at least protect from heavy rains (especially the root zone). Ferocactus does best in poor soil that is fast-draining. In containers, use a cactus soil mix with perlite.
