Grower's Guide for Expert Insights on Nurturing Healthy and Vibrant Golden Barrel Cacti. Elevate Your Cactus Garden Today! IG Photo by: zumira_plants

This cactus starts small and round, earning it, the common name, the golden ball cactus. As it grows, the plant elongates into a golden spiky column.

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Slowly growing, award-winning Echinocactus grusonii (Golden Barrel Cactus) forms a pale green, barrel-shaped stem with prominent ribs adorned with areoles sprouting bright golden spines. Bright yellow flowers, 2 in. wide (5 cm) are produced from late spring to summer on mature specimens receiving enough full sun. They are diurnal and form a discreet ring at the top of the plant. Over time, this cylindrical cactus takes on an oblong shape and tends to lean to the south or southwest so that…

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A distinctive, compact cactus with a spherical shape, ribbed surface, and golden-yellow spines. Plant lovers appreciate the Golden Barrel Cactus for its striking appearance, low maintenance, and resilience in arid conditions. Dive into our article for cultivating and caring tips for Echinocactus grusonii, from soil preferences to ensuring a thriving, golden-hued specimen. Photo Credit: @solstice_gardens https://bonsaimary.com/golden-barrel-cactus.html

Golden Ball Cactus

Golden Barrel Cactus "Echinocactus grusonii or Kroenleinia grusonii, popularly known as the golden barrel cactus, golden ball or mother-in-law's cushion, is a species of barrel cactus which is endemic to east-central Mexico. Wikipedia Nickname: the golden barrel cactus Scientific name: Echinocactus grusonii Echinocactus grusonii or Kroenleinia grusonii, popularly known as the golden barrel cactus, golden ball or mother-in-law's cushion. Order: Caryophyllales Kingdom: Plantae