Photo by Cactus Jungle
Used with permission, all rights reserved
Ferocactus gracilis ssp. coloratus
Also Known As
- Ferocactus gracilis var. coloratus
- Fire Barrel
- Fire Barrel Cactus
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 4'
- W: 12"
planting zones
- 8a-11
Ferocactus gracilis ssp. coloratus plant details
Ferocactus gracilis ssp. coloratus is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In spring and summer orange and red flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun and low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Ferocactus gracilis ssp. coloratus
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: cactaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 0 IN - 12 IN - wide, 0 IN - 4 FT - tall
- Flowers: orange and red blooms in spring and summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Ferocactus gracilis ssp. coloratus
- USDA Zones: 8a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: low
- Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Cactus Jungle
By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens
Garden photo gallery of Ferocactus gracilis ssp. coloratus
Gardening facts about Ferocactus gracilis ssp. coloratus plant
How to Grow Ferocactus gracilis ssp. coloratus
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- low - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- red
- orange
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glaucous
Landscape groups by tags
See other plant types of Ferocactus for your garden
aka Echinocactus chrysacanthus, Echinocactus emoryi var. chrysacanthus
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
10a-12
Size
Height: 24"-36"
Width: 12"-16"
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
aka Echinocactus covillei, Ferocactus covillei, Ferocactus emoryi subsp. emoryi, Coville’s Barrel Cactus, Emory's Barrel Cactus
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9a-11
Size
Height: 8'
Width: 3'
- sun
- low
aka Echinocactus acanthodes, Echinocactus acanthodes var. rostii, Echinocactus cylindraceus, Echinocactus rostii, Echinocactus viridescens var. cylindraceus, Ferocactus acanthodes, Ferocactus acanthodes var. rostii, Ferocactus rostii, Thelocactus hertrichii, California Barrel Cactus, Compass Barrel Cactus
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9a-10b
Size
Height: 48"-72"
Width: 6"-12"
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
aka Echinocactus echidne, Echinocactus echidne var. echidne, Echinocactus rafaelensis, Echinocactus victoriensis, Ferocactus echidne var victoriensis, Ferocactus rafaelensis, Ferocactus rhodanthus, Ferocactus victoriensis
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9b-11
Size
Height: 6"-18"
Width: 15"-24"
- sun
- low
aka Bisnaga glaucescens, Echinocactus glaucescens, Echinocactus pfeifferi, Ferocactus pfeifferi, Blue Barrel Cactus
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9b-11
Size
Height: 12"-22"
Width: 12"-36"
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
Mailing List
Sign Up for updates on new plant arrivals and dealsQuick Links
- Plant Index
- Gift Cards
- Return Policy
- Nurseries
Ordering Plants
- Shipping
- Plant Care Instructions
- Landscape Orders
Company info
- About Us
- Terms of Use
- Privacy Policy
© 2010—2026 Plant Lust, LLC All Rights Reserved