Ferocactus alamosanus

Family: Cactaceae

What it is like

A small barrel cactus. It is 30 cm across and 25 cm tall. It has 12-20 narrow ribs. The spines can be 6 cm long.

Where it is found

It is a subtropical plant. In Mexico it grows between 45--1,300 m above sea level.

Countries/locations it is found in

Mexico

How it is used for food

Edible parts

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Echinocactus alamosanus Britton & Rose; and others