Ferocactus wislizeni – Fishhook Barrel Cactus

Get ready to meet the desert’s toughest (and most photogenic) warrior — the Ferocactus wislizeni, also known as the Fishhook Barrel Cactus.

With its bold, rounded shape and signature hooked spines, this beauty is all about drama and resilience. Native to the southwestern US and Mexico, it thrives in harsh conditions — but it’s surprisingly easygoing in your home or garden.

Whether you’re a seasoned collector or just love a statement cactus, this one’s a showstopper. Its reddish fishhook spines curl out like wild lashes, giving it a fierce but totally lovable vibe. Grows slowly but lives long — a true cactus cartel classic.

Plant care:

• Loves full sun

• Drought-tolerant

• Water sparingly (especially in cooler months)

• Suitable for pots or well-draining garden beds

Approx size: 220mm wide — she’s chunky and proud of it.

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