Ferocactus townsendianus
NameFerocactus townsendianus
Species NameFerocactus townsendianus
Common NameTownsend's Barrel Cactus
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)15
Container Typenatural rock planting
Geographic Originnorth-america
Cultivation Difficultyintermediate
Trunk Featuresribbed stem, spiny surface, globular form
Foliage Typespines
Height (cm)25
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualitynot applicable to species
Is Floweringtrue
Notable FeaturesStriking reddish-brown spines, vibrant yellow and red apical flowers, and its natural growth within a rock crevice.
Description
This specimen of Ferocactus townsendianus, a barrel cactus, is observed growing naturally within a crevice of light-colored rocks. It features prominent, reddish-brown spines and is currently displaying a crown of yellow and red flowers at its apex. The plant's robust, globular form rises directly from its rocky embedding.
