Devil's Tongue Barrel Cactus
NameDevil's Tongue Barrel Cactus
Species NameFerocactus latispinus
Common NameDevil's Tongue Barrel Cactus
Bonsai Styleformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)15
Container Typenone
Geographic Originnorth-america
Cultivation Difficultyintermediate
Trunk Featuresribbed body, prominent spines
Foliage Typespines
Height (cm)18
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualitynot applicable
Is Floweringtrue
Notable FeaturesVibrant magenta flowers, prominent reddish-brown spines, ribbed body.
Description
This specimen of Devil's Tongue Barrel Cactus displays a robust, spherical body covered in prominent, reddish-brown spines. It is currently in bloom, featuring three vibrant magenta flowers with yellow centers emerging from its crown. The cactus is shown growing in its natural habitat amidst dry grasses.
