Ferrocactus Latispinus Cacti. Devil's Tongue Barrel Cactus.
The Ferrocactus Latispinus is a very striking Cactus with amazing spines. Usually a solitary variety of cacti where the young specimens are globe shaped and more mature plants take on a cylindrical form. The light green stem has between 13-23 prominent ribs. The spines are clearly differentiated, 4 large central, of which the lowest one is wider and flat, bent downward and hooked, up to one and a half inches long. The remaining central spines are straight. Between 6-12 radial spines are spread and measure up to one inch long. Glossy vivid purple coloured funnel shaped flowers are about 2-3 inches in diameter and followed by oval shaped fruit. This really is an attractive cactus and perfect for Cacti enthusiasts.
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FERROCACTUS LATISPINUS. Devil's Tongue Barrel Cactus
Latin Name: Ferrocactus Latispinus.
Common Name: Devil's Tongue Barrel Cactus. Crow's Claw Cactus. Candy Cactus. Fish Hook Cactus.
Origin: Mexico.
Hardiness: -3 if dry
Growth Characteristics: Very showy cylindrical Cactus. 13-23 prominent acute ribs. 4 Large central spines, the lowest being flattened and curved downwards. 6-12 radial spines are speading up to 1inch long. Glossy vivid purple coloured funnel shaped flowers about 2-3 inches across. Oval shaped fruit. Slow growing.
Sun: Full sun.
Exposure: Sheltered.
Soil: Fast draining soil. Gritty.
Moisture: Water around every 14 days. Allow to dry between waterings. Keep dry in winter.
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