San Diego Barrel Cactus (Ferocactus Viridescens) is a perennial cactus in the Cactaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs. It can be grown indoors.
A rare barrel cactus species native to southern California and northern Baja California, known for its large size and distinctive spiny ribs.
San Diego Barrel Cactus
Ferocactus Viridescens
A rare barrel cactus species native to southern California and northern Baja California, known for its large size and distinctive spiny ribs.
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