Ferocactus wislizeni 'Fishhook Cactus' histrix commonly known as the Mexican

commonly known as the Mexican Fence Post Cactus

dry outdoor climates

which stores water

ridged crest resembles underwater coral

Ferocactus wislizeni 'Fishhook Cactus' histrix commonly known as the MexicanFerocactus wislizeni, commonly known as the Arizona barrel cactus or fishhook barrel cactus, is a large, robust cactus species native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It typically grows up to 3 feet tall and 2 feet wide, though older specimens can reach over 6 feet in height. The plant has a stout, cylindrical body with 20 to 28 pronounced ribs lined with heavy, curved spines that resemble fishhooksgiving it its common name. In