Ferocactus gracilis facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Ferocactus gracilis |
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Ferocactus gracilis, or the fire barrel cactus, is a species of Ferocactus from Northwestern Mexico. This cactus gets its common name from the striking red coloration of its defensive spines and flowers.
Subspecies
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Ferocactus gracilis subsp. coloratus (H.E.Gates) N.P.Taylor | Mexico (C. Baja California) |
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Ferocactus gracilis subsp. gatesii (G.E.Linds.) N.P.Taylor | Mexico (Baja California: Islands in Los Angeles Bay) |
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Ferocactus gracilis subsp. gracilis | Mexico (C. Baja California) |
| Ferocactus gracilis subsp. tortulispinus (H.E.Gates) Lodé | Mexico (N. Central Baja California) |
See also
In Spanish: Ferocactus gracilis para niños
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