Ferocactus herrerae
Mexico Forest. 5: 53, figs. 1-4. 1927; Ortega in Bol. Pro-Cult. Reg. S.C.L. Nos. 14, 15 (Fam.Cact. [25]) (1930).; cf. Gray Herb. Card Cat., Issue 130.
Family
Cactaceae
Genus
Species
Ferocactus herrerae
Author
J.G.Ortega
Chinese genus
强刺球属
Chinese name
春楼下
DescriptionEdit description
Habit
Usually solitary.
Description
Ferocactus wislizeniSN|16130]]SN|16130]] subs. herrerae is a barrel shaped cactus with remarkably long hooked spines.
Flowers
Its flowers colour is always yellow with reddish midribs and brown tips.
Blooming Season
Summer and early autumn.
Spines
The number of spines varies depending on the plant maturity; 7 to 9 central spines, at least one flattened, larger; bristle-like radials.
Ribs
About 13 sharp, occasionally spiraled.
Stem
Up to 40 cm in diameter, 2 m tall.
Fruits
The fruit is fleshy, yellowish green.