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Ferocactus latispinus ssp. spiralis

Scientific Name: Ferocactus latispinus ssp. spiralis (Britton & Rose) N.P. Taylor
Synonym: Echinocactus spiralis, Ferocactus recurvus, Ferocactus recurvus
Family: Cactaceae

Ferocactus latispinus v. spiralis in the Boyce-Thompson Arboretum greenhouse

Recommended Temperature Zone:
USDA: 10-12

Sun Exposure: Full sun

Origin: Central Mexico (Puebla, Oaxaca)

Growth Habits: Solitary, 12 inches tall (30 cm), 12 inches in diameter (30 cm)

Watering Needs: Little water when established

Propagation: Seeds

The second picture is of 'Ferocactus nobilis', now considered synonymous with this taxon.

Blooming Habits:
White flowers with pink mid-stripes.

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