Ferocactus Gracilis

This is another Baja fire barrel featuring deep red spines and red flowers. The spines are more dense and a bit wider than the Ferocactus pilosus. This fire barrel is typically solitary, with no clustering. 5 gallon plants average 8" wide and 6" tall.

Ferocactus gracilis is commonly known as a "fire barrel cactus" due to its barrel-like shape and reddish-orange spines. It is native to Mexico.

Ferocactus gracilis is well adapted to arid and semi-arid environments and can tolerate a wide range of temperatures. It is a highly cold-hardy species, able to withstand temperatures as low as 15°F when mature. However, like most cacti, it is sensitive to frost, and young plants or those that have not yet acclimated to cold temperatures may be more susceptible to damage.

In terms of mature size, Ferocactus gracilis can grow up to 5 feet tall and up to 3 feet wide. It has a round, barrel-like shape with ribbed, greenish-blue or grayish-green stems that are covered in sharp, reddish-orange spines. The cactus typically blooms in late spring or early summer, producing large, yellow or red flowers at the top of the stem that are attractive to pollinators such as bees and hummingbirds. After flowering, the cactus may produce edible fruit that is eaten by local wildlife and humans alike.