Ferocactus peninsulae facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Ferocactus peninsulae |
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Ferocactus
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peninsulae
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Ferocactus peninsulae is a barrel cactus in the genus Ferocactus of the family Cactaceae.
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Description
Ferocactus peninsulae reaches a height of about 70 centimetres (28 in). This plant is oval to club-shaped and has 12 to 20 showy, deep ribs. The thorns are grayish-red and have a yellowish or whitish tip. The funnel-shaped flowers are red to yellow and reach a length of 5–6 centimetres (2.0–2.4 in). The fruits are spherical, yellow, up to 4.5 centimetres (1.8 in) long.
Distribution
Ferocactus peninsulae is widespread in the Mexican state of Baja California Sur.
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Plants of Ferocactus peninsulae
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Flowers of 'Ferocactus peninsulae
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Flower of Ferocactus peninsulae
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Thorns of Ferocactus peninsulae
See also
In Spanish: Ferocactus peninsulae para niños
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