Golden Barrel Cactus. An attractive ‘barrel’ shaped cactus with masses of golden yellow spines and bell shaped golden yellow flowers. Max Height 40cm. Max Spread 50cm. Flowers June to July. Full sun and Bright room with some direct sunlight. Min temp 50°F / 10°C.
Echinocactus grusonii
An attractive ‘barrel’ shaped cactus with masses of golden yellow spines and bell shaped golden yellow flowers
Additional information
| Generic | Echinocactus |
|---|---|
| Species | grusonii |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Golden Barrel Cactus |
| Flower Colour | yellow |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Full sun, Bright room with some direct sunlight |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 40cm |
| Family | Cactaceae |
| Spread | 50cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Rounded |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | June, July |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Min temp 50°F / 10°C |
| Planting | |
| Care | Allow compost to dry out between waterings, Water sparingly in winter, Water with tepid water, Mist regularly |
| Border | Houseplant, Conservatory plant |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | Red spider mite, Mealy bugs, Slugs and snails |
| Maintenance | Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost |
| Propagation | Stem cuttings, Seed |
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