Ferocactus glaucescens
CactaceaeFerocactus glaucescens · a cactus of the Cactaceae family, a large globular cactus with sturdy, curved spines. Grown in our Almería desert nursery in full sun, with minimal watering and 100% mineral soil—the specimen in the photo is the one you will receive.
About Ferocactus glaucescens
Known in botany as Ferocactus glaucescens, this cactus belongs to the Cactaceae family and comes from Mexico and southwestern USA. It is characterized by barrel-shaped body with curved robust spines, an evolutionary adaptation that makes it a unique piece in the world of succulents.
We grow Ferocactus glaucescens at Succulentae, in the heart of the Almería desert, where the dry Mediterranean climate replicates the ideal conditions for the plant to develop its compact form and best coloration. It's the difference between a succulent grown under real sun and a greenhouse one — and it shows in shape, color and longevity.
Botanical fact sheet
| Scientific name | Ferocactus glaucescens | |
| Family | Cactaceae | |
| Origin | Mexico and southwestern USA | |
| Natural habitat | rocky deserts | |
| Adult size | 30 cm to 3 m | |
| Flowering | yellow or red flowers at the top in mature plants | |
| Propagation | seed | |
| Toxicity | non-toxic |
Did you know?
Its spines can reach 12 cm and natives of the southwestern USA used them as fishing hooks. Ferocactus can store up to 90% of its weight in water.
Luz
Intense full sun
Riego
Sparse; suspend in winter
Sustrato
Very free-draining mineral substrate, specific for cacti and succulents
Temperatura
Protect below 5 °C; tolerates 0 °C when dry
