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Ferocactus wislizeni

Fishhook Barrel Cactus, Arizona Barrel Cactus, Compass Barrel Cactus, biznaga

Ferocactus wislizeni
Ferocactus wislizeni
Ferocactus wislizeni

Life form2, 3: cactus, barrel-shaped
Habitat: bajadas, valleys
leaf presence3: always leafless
leaf format3: leafless
Flower color2: orange
Flowering period2: July to Sept.
Armament2, 3: hooked spines
Family1, 2, 3: Cactaceae (cactus family)
Status: common
Locations where collected or observed:
      Cabeza Prieta National Wildlife Refuge
      Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument
      Barry M. Goldwater Range
      Sonoran Desert National Monument

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