Cacti
Golden Barrel
Echinocactus grusonii
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A striking accent that is especially attractive in groupings.
The Basics
Type: CactiSun: Full Sun, Partial SunHardiness: 18°FWater: LowNative To: central and southern MexicoGrowth
Growth Rate: SlowMature Height: 2'Mature Width: 2'Mature Form: Globe-shapedFoliage
EvergreenColor: Medium greenTexture: Golden spinesWildlife
Flowers
Flower Color: YellowSeason: SpringComments
Litter: LowThorns: LongIrritation: None![](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwebcms.amwua.org%2Fmedia%2F1568307735a5a91a.jpg&w=3840&q=75)
Photo By: Dave Seibert
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Photo By: Carol Ward