Ferocactus macrodiscus var. multiflorus

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Barrel cactusCactus or succulent, House plant, EvergreenFamily: Cactaceae

Flower colour:

Pink

Foliage colour:

Blue/Green

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Position

Sun Exposure:

Full sun

Aspect:

South facing, west facing

Soil

Well Drained / Light / Sandy

Ferocactus macrodiscus v. multiflorus is a medium sized barrel cactus with blue-green flesh and curved, red or yellow spines. Flowers are a delicate pink. Endemic to Mexico, it’s best grown in temperate climates as a houseplant, where it makes an interesting feature in the conservatory or windowsill.

Grow Ferocactus macrodiscus v. multiflorus in cactus compost in a sunny spot. Water sparingly and allow the compost to dry out completely in winter.

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Ferocactus ‘Macrodiscus’ and wildlife

Ferocactus ‘Macrodiscus’ has no particular known value to wildlife in the UK.

Is Ferocactus ‘Macrodiscus’ poisonous?

Ferocactus ‘Macrodiscus’ has no toxic effects reported.

No reported toxicity to:

Is not known to attract Birds

Birds

Is not known to attract Cats

Cats

Is not known to attract Dogs

Dogs

Is not known to attract Horses

Horses

Is not known to attract Livestock

Livestock

Is not known to attract People

People

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