The Compas Barrel is by far the most widespread of the giant barrel cacti, and is quite variable in spine color - deep red, whitish, yellow, or intermediate shades. More mature plants may lean towards the southwest but not as often as Fishhook Barrels (Ferocactus wislizeni)
Ferocactus Acanthodes (Compass Barrel)
Ferocactus Acanthodes
Compass Barrel
The Compas Barrel is by far the most widespread of the giant barrel cacti, and is quite variable in spine color - deep red, whitish, yellow, or intermediate shades. More mature plants may lean towards the southwest but not as often as Fishhook Barrels (Ferocactus wislizeni)
| Plant Type | Cactus / Succulent |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Hardiness Zone | Zone 9 (20° F) |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Flower Season | Late Spring, Summer |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Height | 8' |
| Spread | 2' |
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| Maintenance | Low |
| Garden Uses | Banks and Slopes, Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers |
| Tolerance | Drought, Dry Soil, Heat |
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