Xerophyte

Central Spines

Has a very short but strong, recurving brownish-grey, large central spine. Slightly hooked or just with a slight kink at the end. Very dark red to almost black that can take a chalky colour ageing.

Seeds

Black, shining.

Description

Ferocactus peninsulaeSN|11977]]SN|11977]] f. brevispinus is a solitary fast growing barrel cactus that differs from the type species in having a much shorter but stocky hooked central spine. The crested form Ferocactus peninsulaeSN|11977]]SN|11977]] f. brevispinus cristatus - despite to its beauty - is still very rare and sought after by collectors, for its unique features.

Flowers

Orange/Yellow and have orange or red midviens.

Stem

Fan-shaped, ribbed, stout, dark green up to 25 (or more) cm in width and attaining exceptionally a height of 70 cm.

Radial Spines

7-10 short, straight but stout

Fruits

Lemon yellow.