Description
Echinocactus grusonii
Plant Type: Cactus (succulent)
Common Name: Golden Barrel Cactus
Origin: Mexico
Growth Habit: Large, round, solitary barrel-shaped cactus
Description
Echinocactus grusonii is a classic spherical cactus with deep ribs covered in strong golden-yellow spines. It is one of the most recognised ornamental cacti worldwide due to its bold, architectural shape and striking symmetry.
Flowers
- Small yellow flowers form a crown on mature plants
- Flowers appear in summer under strong light conditions
Light Requirements
- Full sun preferred
- Needs strong light for best shape and spine colour
- Ideal for outdoor planting in warm climates
Watering
- Water sparingly
- Allow soil to dry completely between watering
- Very drought tolerant
Soil
- Very well-draining cactus mix
- Sandy or gritty soil preferred
- Excellent drainage essential
Temperature
- Prefers hot, dry conditions
- Protect from frost (especially young plants)
- Ideal range: 18–35°C
Care Level
- Easy to grow
- Low maintenance once established
- Slow growing but long-lived
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