Temperature fluctuations did not produce significant effects on. Ferocactus is a genus that has long been a major stereotype for the entire cactus family. Ferocactus recurvus in the germplasm resources information network grin, u. Itis taxonomy is based on the latest scientific consensus available, and is provided as a general reference source for interested parties. This species is depressed globular, often bisquit shaped and has about 21 ribs. Ferocactus fruits as indicated in the classification above the fruil forms an easily observed basis for dividing the genus into the two sections. Closely related and often confused with ferocactus latispinus. Borg is an accepted name this name is the accepted name of a species in the genus ferocactus family cactaceae.
This dissertation describes a phylogenetic study of the genus ferocactus britton and. A phylogenetic study of ferocactus britton and rose cactaceae. With few areoles and its smooth, shiny green color this barrel appears very robust. This is due to the belief that these living barrels are reservoirs of fresh drinking water in the. It grows in clusters that with age become fabulous mounds. Various other barrel cacti include members of the genera astrophytum, echinopsis, neolloydia, sclerocactus, and thelocactus. A bit frost tender but does ok in so cal and phoenix. On feb 24, 2004, palmbob from acton, ca zone 8b wrote. The plant has a medium green body color with about 2040 or more ribs and is moderately covered by light yellow to yellowbrown spines. Three subspecies are recognized, the nominate form and subsp. Abstract mexico has one of the highest diversities of barrel cacti species worldwide. Bolstered by errant folklore, the ferocactus has been nicknamed the travelers friend. Your use of this pdf, the bioone complete website, and all posted and.
Ferocactus latispinus is a modestsized barrel cactus and probably the bestknown of the ferocacti, and if you want only one from this group, this is the one to choose. A phylogenetic study of ferocactus britton and rose. This species is globular to short cylindric and has about ribs, f. One of the barrel cacti studied ferocactus recurvus only reached full germination at.
Ferocactus latispinus is a species of barrel cactus native to mexico. It is a perennial stem succulent, which normally remains a solitary. Originally described as cactus latispinus in 1824 by english naturalist adrian hardy haworth, it gained its current name in 1922 with the erection of the genus ferocactus by american botanists britton and rose. The species name is derived from the latin latus broad, and spinus spine. In section ferocactus the ripe fruil is yellow, rarely pink, with a thick fleshy wall but dry interior, the seeds usually escaping through a small hole at the base of the fruit. Cactoideae by jorge hugo cotasanchez a dissertation submitted to the graduate faculty in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of doctor of philosophy major. With little accompanying vegetation of any size they stand out on the hillsides, particularly after a shower of rain, which lights up the red colouring. Gorgeous specimen of ferocactus latispinus or devils tongue barrel or crows claw from mexico coahuila, nuevo leon globular cactus, grows as large as 10 to 16 inches in diameter 25 to 40 cm.
Ferocactus latispinus is a beautiful members of the genus ferocactus and is commonly called barrel cactus, it is fairly popular in cultivation because it blooms very early. Ferocactus recurvus is a rejected name for ferocactus latispinus subsp. Interactions between cactusspecialist bees and their. Unlimited viewing of the articlechapter pdf and any associated supplements and figures. It is a perennial stem succulent, which normally remains a. Browse pictures and read growth cultivation information about ferocactus ferocactus haematacanthus supplied by member gardeners in the plantfiles database at daves garden. There are 4 large central spines, the lowest of the four being wider than the other three. Information and translations of ferocactus in the most comprehensive dictionary definitions resource on the web.
Attractive blueskinned suckering barrel cactus with straight white spines and yellow flowers. The results can also be downloaded as a csv file unicode utf8 encoding see status, confidence level, source for definitions. Ferocactus robustus jigsaw puzzle, 48 piece classic. Taxonomie des cactaceae cactusaventures international. Genus ferocactus definition of genus ferocactus by the. Barrel cactus, biznaga latin ferus, fierce or wild, referring to the horrid spines, and cactus, the genus from which this segregate was removed. Resolving the controversy over the prevalence of generalization in. Department of agriculture agricultural research service.
Ferocactus histrix is an awesome solitary plant that can grow to about about 3640 inches tall by 2030 inches in diameter. Cacti of the month april, 2006 ferocactus latispinus. Effect of gibberellic acid on germination of seeds of five species of cacti from the chihuahuan desert, northern mexico. However, it is not a legal authority for statutory or regulatory purposes. The body of this cactus is globular, or barrel shaped and averages between 10 to 15in. The range of this species is south of that of the standard ferocactus latispinus.
Ferocactus robustus in the boycethompson arboretum greenhouse. All members of this genus have prominent ribs and are fiercely armed with heavy spines. Ferocactus, meaning fierce or wild cactus, are always cylindrical or barrel shaped and are usually among the largest cacti of the north american deserts. Clumping small barrel cactus, 8 inches in diameter watering needs. Published on behalf of the german society for plant sciences and the royal botanical society of the netherlands. Ferocactus hardcover january 1, 2005 by john pilbeam author, derek bowdery author 5. Select from img where ready1 and genre plant and taxon ferocactus gracilis order by taxon click on the thumbnail to see an enlargement.
Solitary, 12 inches tall 30 cm, 12 inches in diameter 30 cm watering needs. Parfitt plants erect or leaning, unbranched rarely branched after apical injury or sparingly branched from base with. Ferocactus definition of ferocactus by the free dictionary. Our research aimed to characterise its floral and pollination biology. Ferocactus genus of nearly globular cacti of mexico and southwestern united states. Click on the pictures for full plant details and prices. Usda, ars, germplasm resources information network.
For more multimedia, look at ferocactus recurvus on wikimedia commons. Ferocactus latispinus, lengua del demonio ferocactus. Ferocactus latispinus in the germplasm resources information network grin, u. A free pdf archive of this work is available and may be downloaded at cactus. All the information and photos in cactus art file are now available also in the new the enciclopedia of cacti. The young spines have a great looking red description. Request pdf reproductive biology of ferocactus recurvus mill. Ferocactus synonyms, ferocactus pronunciation, ferocactus translation, english dictionary definition of ferocactus. One of the barrel cacti studied ferocactus recurvus only reached full germination at 25 c. While every effort has been made to provide the most reliable and uptodate information available, ultimate legal requirements with respect to species are contained in. Their imposing barrel shape can be seen in paintings and other forms of desert art, cartoons, and movies. Download fulltext pdf ferocactus cactaceae epidermis. It is armed with big spines and a waxy cuticle against both vertebrate and insect. Pdf effect of gibberellic acid on germination of seeds.
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