Cactus Fishhook Barrel DescriptionBotanical Name: Ferocactus wislizeniiNative to Arizona, Texas, Mexico. A medium to large cactus with leathery blue skin that is ribbed and formidably spiny. Spines are thick and hooked, hence the common name. Globular when young turning cylindrical with age. Mature crown tilts towards the south, because of this it is also referred to as Compass Barrel Cactus. Plant CharacteristicsPlant Category: Cacti SucculentsName: Cactus Fishhook BarrelPlant Type: CactiFlower: Yellow to orange-red, 1" to 2 1/2" wideMature Size: 6' x 2'Water: Very lowExposure:: Full sunSpacing: 1 1/2'Soil Type: Loam; rocky; sand; alkaline; well drainedPlanting Time: Any season