Wildflowers of Tucson, Arizona
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Ferocactus wislizeni - Candy Barrelcactus (Yellow-flowered) Ferocactus wislizeni - Candy Barrelcactus (Yellow-flowered)
Scientific Name: Ferocactus wislizeni (Ferocactus wislizenii)
Common Name: Candy Barrelcactus, Barrel Cactus
Flower Color: Orange, yellow, or red
Plant Type: Cactus, Tree, Shrub, Perennial
Height: 2 to 8 feet (61 cm to 2.4 m) tall
Date Observed: August 23, 2003
Notes: The flower color varies, but the most common flower color is orange. The showy flowers ring the tops of the barrel-shaped cacti and are followed by edible, tart, yellow fruits. It blooms July to September.
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