This plant is another variety of the original Golden Barrel Echinocactus grusonii. With its home in East-Central Mexico, Echinocactus grusonii var. brevispinus is a stunning cactus species. It is a globe-like cactus that usually has a height of 24 to 36 inches. It’s a member of the “Cactaceae” botanical family. You may also find this winter-dormant cactus online by its common name “Barrel Cactus”.
Growth Rate
Echinocactus grusonii var. brevispinus grows and develops slowly, which means you have to wait to see its flowers.
Flowering
Barrel Cactus flowers appear in a vivid yellow tone at the end of spring to summer.
Watering
To keep Echinocactus grusonii var. brevispinus healthy, water it every 15 days or so. Let it dry between watering cycles. Ensure dryness in colder months.
Soil
Barrel cactus will grow beautifully in gritty, quick-draining soil.
Hardiness
Echinocactus brevispinus is hardy at 9a-11. It can survive in the low temperature of
-6.7° C (20° F).
Light
Offering Echinocactus brevispinus full sunlight will result in its optimal growth & development.
Propagation
E. grusonii var. brevispinus is easy to propagate with seeds or cuttings.
When given proper care to Barrel Cactus, its spikes and flowers look lustrous and charming respectively. Plant it in your backyard to give it an improved look.
Bloom Season
Flower Color
Growth Rate
Hardiness Zone
Mature Size
Plant Type
Resistance
Sun Exposure
Watering Needs
| Bloom Season | Early spring - late Summer |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Echinocactus brevispinus |
| Common Name | Barrel cactus |
| Dormancy | Winter |
| Family | Cactaceae |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Genus | Echinocactus |
| Growth Habit | Globular |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Hardiness Zone | 9, 10, 11 |
| Mature Size | Up to 35 in. tall, 35 in. wide |
| Native Area | Cental Mexico |
| Plant Type | Flowering Cactus |
| Propagation | By seeds |
| Resistance | Extremely drought-tolerant, heat resistant, pest resistant |
| Soil PH | 6.5, Acidic, Neutral |
| Soil Type | specialized cactus potting soil |
| Special Features | Unique barrel-shape appearance |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun (6+ hrs.), Partial shade (3–6 hrs. sun) |
| Toxicity | Mild toxic for humans, pets |
| Watering Needs | Low |
Growers Quick Reference Guide - Key Features
| Bloom Season | Early spring - late Summer |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Echinocactus brevispinus |
| Common Name | Barrel cactus |
| Dormancy | Winter |
| Family | Cactaceae |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Genus | Echinocactus |
| Growth Habit | Globular |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Hardiness Zone | 9, 10, 11 |
| Mature Size | Up to 35 in. tall, 35 in. wide |
| Native Area | Cental Mexico |
| Plant Type | Flowering Cactus |
| Propagation | By seeds |
| Resistance | Extremely drought-tolerant, heat resistant, pest resistant |
| Soil PH | 6.5, Acidic, Neutral |
| Soil Type | specialized cactus potting soil |
| Special Features | Unique barrel-shape appearance |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun (6+ hrs.), Partial shade (3–6 hrs. sun) |
| Toxicity | Mild toxic for humans, pets |
| Watering Needs | Low |
- Description
- Key Plant Features
This plant is another variety of the original Golden Barrel Echinocactus grusonii. With its home in East-Central Mexico, Echinocactus grusonii var. brevispinus is a stunning cactus species. It is a globe-like cactus that usually has a height of 24 to 36 inches. It’s a member of the “Cactaceae” botanical family. You may also find this winter-dormant cactus online by its common name “Barrel Cactus”.
Growth Rate
Echinocactus grusonii var. brevispinus grows and develops slowly, which means you have to wait to see its flowers.
Flowering
Barrel Cactus flowers appear in a vivid yellow tone at the end of spring to summer.
Watering
To keep Echinocactus grusonii var. brevispinus healthy, water it every 15 days or so. Let it dry between watering cycles. Ensure dryness in colder months.
Soil
Barrel cactus will grow beautifully in gritty, quick-draining soil.
Hardiness
Echinocactus brevispinus is hardy at 9a-11. It can survive in the low temperature of
-6.7° C (20° F).
Light
Offering Echinocactus brevispinus full sunlight will result in its optimal growth & development.
Propagation
E. grusonii var. brevispinus is easy to propagate with seeds or cuttings.
When given proper care to Barrel Cactus, its spikes and flowers look lustrous and charming respectively. Plant it in your backyard to give it an improved look.
Bloom Season
Flower Color
Growth Rate
Hardiness Zone
Mature Size
Plant Type
Resistance
Sun Exposure
Watering Needs
| Bloom Season | Early spring - late Summer |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Echinocactus brevispinus |
| Common Name | Barrel cactus |
| Dormancy | Winter |
| Family | Cactaceae |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Genus | Echinocactus |
| Growth Habit | Globular |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Hardiness Zone | 9, 10, 11 |
| Mature Size | Up to 35 in. tall, 35 in. wide |
| Native Area | Cental Mexico |
| Plant Type | Flowering Cactus |
| Propagation | By seeds |
| Resistance | Extremely drought-tolerant, heat resistant, pest resistant |
| Soil PH | 6.5, Acidic, Neutral |
| Soil Type | specialized cactus potting soil |
| Special Features | Unique barrel-shape appearance |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun (6+ hrs.), Partial shade (3–6 hrs. sun) |
| Toxicity | Mild toxic for humans, pets |
| Watering Needs | Low |
Growers Quick Reference Guide - Key Features
| Bloom Season | Early spring - late Summer |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Echinocactus brevispinus |
| Common Name | Barrel cactus |
| Dormancy | Winter |
| Family | Cactaceae |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Genus | Echinocactus |
| Growth Habit | Globular |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Hardiness Zone | 9, 10, 11 |
| Mature Size | Up to 35 in. tall, 35 in. wide |
| Native Area | Cental Mexico |
| Plant Type | Flowering Cactus |
| Propagation | By seeds |
| Resistance | Extremely drought-tolerant, heat resistant, pest resistant |
| Soil PH | 6.5, Acidic, Neutral |
| Soil Type | specialized cactus potting soil |
| Special Features | Unique barrel-shape appearance |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun (6+ hrs.), Partial shade (3–6 hrs. sun) |
| Toxicity | Mild toxic for humans, pets |
| Watering Needs | Low |
