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Mexican Fire Barrel Cluster Ferocactus Pilosus (One of a Kind)

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Plant facts

SunlightFull sun
WaterLow water. Only when soil is fully dry
USDA zones9,10,11, hardy to about 20F
Mature sizeThis specimen is a clustering mound about 8 in across today. Ferocactus pilosus slowly builds a colony of barrels, and individual stems can eventually reach several feet tall with bright red spines. Approximate, may vary.
Time to matureSlow-growing. A clustered mound of this size already represents several years of growth. Approximate, may vary.
PetsNon-toxic to pets, Non-toxic to cats, Non-toxic to dogs
LivesOutdoors
Ships asRooted plant, bare root, no pot or soil
What to expect in the box
You will receive the exact clustered barrel pictured, shipped rooted and bare root without soil or a pot. After arrival: handle with thick gloves, as there are stiff spines under the hair. Let it rest in a shaded, dry spot for 2-3 days, then plant in a sandy, fast-draining mix or a gravelly full-sun landscape spot. Wait about a week before the first watering so the roots can settle, then begin a normal soak and dry routine.

Cacti can look slightly dull after a few days in a dark box. Color returns within a week or two of bright light. If your area drops below 40F, we recommend adding a heat pack to your order, as one is not automatically included.

This is the exact plant you will receive. A one of a kind clustering Ferocactus pilosus (Mexican Fire Barrel, also sold as the Mexican Lime Cactus), a low mound about 8 inches across of several heads. True to the name pilosus, which means hairy, its rose-red spines are woven through with long white hair for a fiery, cobwebbed look over a deep-green body. We grew this one from seed.

Ferocactus pilosus is one of the showiest barrels you can grow, famous for its brilliant red spines. This is a young clustering specimen that will slowly build into a wider colony and, in time, the bold red-spined barrels the species is known for. Care is simple: full sun, sharp drainage, and infrequent water.

  • Light: Full sun
  • Water: Low. Soak and dry, minimal in winter
  • Hardiness: USDA zones 9 to 11
  • Growth: Slow-growing, clustering barrel

Please note: This is a rooted, bare-root plant shipped without soil or a pot. You will receive the exact plant pictured.

Cold Weather Warning

If your area drops below 40°F during the colder months, we highly recommend adding a heat pack to your order, as we don’t automatically include one. This helps keep your plants safe in transit. 🌡️❄️

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Product Details

Cactus Care

Treat this like any desert barrel: maximum sun, sharp drainage, and a light hand with water.

  • Light: Full sun. Strong light keeps the spine color rich.
  • Water: Soak and dry. Water deeply, then wait until the soil is completely dry. Keep nearly dry in winter.
  • Soil: Sandy, fast-draining mix or a gravelly landscape spot.
  • Temperature: Hardy in USDA zones 9-11. Protect from hard frost.
  • Handling: Stiff spines under all that hair. Move it with thick gloves.

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At Cactus Warehouse, we take pride in shipping the healthiest, hand-selected cacti straight from our nursery in Fallbrook, CA. All our cacti are hardgrown and carefully checked to ensure you get the best.

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  • Safe Packaging: Each cactus is wrapped in protective kraft paper to reduce movement. During cold weather, you have the option to add heat packs to keep your plants safe.
  • Care Instructions: Every package includes simple, step-by-step care instructions so you know exactly what to do after arrival.
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