Golden Barrel Cactus
NameGolden Barrel Cactus
Species NameEchinocactus grusonii
Common NameGolden Barrel Cactus
Bonsai Styleformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)40
Container Typenatural ground
Geographic Originnorth-america
Cultivation Difficultybeginner
Trunk Featuresribbed, spiny, succulent body
Foliage Typespines
Height (cm)60
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualitynot applicable to this cactus specimen
Notable FeaturesDistinctive golden spines, deeply ribbed spherical body, large size for its species.
Description
This specimen is a mature Golden Barrel Cactus, characterized by its robust, spherical form and dense covering of bright golden spines. It exhibits prominent vertical ribs and a woolly apex, indicative of a healthy, established plant in its natural, arid environment.
