Fishhook Barrel Cactus
Fishhook Barrel Cactus
Ferocactus wislizeni
Ferocactus wislizeni
This stout, round cactus gets its name from its curved, reddish spines that resemble fishhooks. Often leaning toward the sun, it can grow up to 6 feet tall and blooms with vibrant yellow or orange flowers in summer. A true desert survivor, it stores water in its thick ribs and is sometimes called the “compass cactus” for its tendency to tilt south.