Ferocactus histrix – Electrode/Candy Barrel Cactus
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Description
Ferocactus histrix, also known as Electrode or Candy Barrel Cactus, is a striking, round cactus with prominent ribs and golden-yellow thorns. It is popular for its bold appearance and resilience, making it a great choice for succulent collections and xeriscapes.
Care Tips:
– Light: Prefers full sun to partial shade. Place in a bright, sunny spot for best growth.
– Water: Water sparingly. Allow soil to dry out completely between waterings. Reduce watering in winter.
– Soil: Use well-draining cactus or succulent soil mix.
– Temperature: Thrives in warm conditions; protect from frost and cold drafts.
– Fertilizer: Feed with a diluted cactus fertilizer once a month during the growing season (spring and summer).
– Potting: Repot every 2–3 years to refresh soil and encourage healthy root growth.
– Pests: Rarely affected by pests; monitor for mealybugs and scale insects.
Care & Guide
Placement
| Climate Zone | Cold Hills (Min 1°C to Max 25°C), Cool Tropical Highland (Min 0°C to Max 25°C), Subtropical Hills (Min 5°C to Max 28°C), Subtropical Hot Arid (Min 4°C to Max 50°C), Subtropical Hot Semi Arid Continental (Min 4°C to Max 48°C), Subtropical Humid (Min 8°C to Max 42°C), Subtropical Monsoon (Min 8°C to Max 38°C), Subtropical Monsoon Highland (Min 7°C to Max 30°C), Subtropical Semi-Arid (Min 5°C to Max 44°C), Tropical Hot Semi-Arid (Min 14°C to Max 47°C), Tropical Mid-Elevation Monsoon (Min 9°C to Max 38°C), Tropical Monsoon Coastal (Min 14°C to Max 38°C), Tropical Wet-Dry ‘savanna’ (Min 11°C to Max 40°C), Tropical Wet-Dry ‘savanna’ Coastal (Min 17°C to Max 40°C), Tropical Wet-Dry Savanna Cool Plateau (Min 14°C to Max 36°C), Tropical Wet-Dry Savanna Hot Interior (Min 11°C to Max 48°C) |
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| Pot Sizes (Diameter) | 2.5 Inches, 3 Inches, 3.5 Inches |
Humidity
| Climate Zone | Cold Hills (Min 1°C to Max 25°C), Cool Tropical Highland (Min 0°C to Max 25°C), Subtropical Hills (Min 5°C to Max 28°C), Subtropical Hot Arid (Min 4°C to Max 50°C), Subtropical Hot Semi Arid Continental (Min 4°C to Max 48°C), Subtropical Humid (Min 8°C to Max 42°C), Subtropical Monsoon (Min 8°C to Max 38°C), Subtropical Monsoon Highland (Min 7°C to Max 30°C), Subtropical Semi-Arid (Min 5°C to Max 44°C), Tropical Hot Semi-Arid (Min 14°C to Max 47°C), Tropical Mid-Elevation Monsoon (Min 9°C to Max 38°C), Tropical Monsoon Coastal (Min 14°C to Max 38°C), Tropical Wet-Dry ‘savanna’ (Min 11°C to Max 40°C), Tropical Wet-Dry ‘savanna’ Coastal (Min 17°C to Max 40°C), Tropical Wet-Dry Savanna Cool Plateau (Min 14°C to Max 36°C), Tropical Wet-Dry Savanna Hot Interior (Min 11°C to Max 48°C) |
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| Pot Sizes (Diameter) | 2.5 Inches, 3 Inches, 3.5 Inches |
Soil pH
| Climate Zone | Cold Hills (Min 1°C to Max 25°C), Cool Tropical Highland (Min 0°C to Max 25°C), Subtropical Hills (Min 5°C to Max 28°C), Subtropical Hot Arid (Min 4°C to Max 50°C), Subtropical Hot Semi Arid Continental (Min 4°C to Max 48°C), Subtropical Humid (Min 8°C to Max 42°C), Subtropical Monsoon (Min 8°C to Max 38°C), Subtropical Monsoon Highland (Min 7°C to Max 30°C), Subtropical Semi-Arid (Min 5°C to Max 44°C), Tropical Hot Semi-Arid (Min 14°C to Max 47°C), Tropical Mid-Elevation Monsoon (Min 9°C to Max 38°C), Tropical Monsoon Coastal (Min 14°C to Max 38°C), Tropical Wet-Dry ‘savanna’ (Min 11°C to Max 40°C), Tropical Wet-Dry ‘savanna’ Coastal (Min 17°C to Max 40°C), Tropical Wet-Dry Savanna Cool Plateau (Min 14°C to Max 36°C), Tropical Wet-Dry Savanna Hot Interior (Min 11°C to Max 48°C) |
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| Pot Sizes (Diameter) | 2.5 Inches, 3 Inches, 3.5 Inches |
Fertilizer
| Weight | N/A |
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| Climate Zone | Cold Hills (Min 1°C to Max 25°C), Cool Tropical Highland (Min 0°C to Max 25°C), Subtropical Hills (Min 5°C to Max 28°C), Subtropical Hot Arid (Min 4°C to Max 50°C), Subtropical Hot Semi Arid Continental (Min 4°C to Max 48°C), Subtropical Humid (Min 8°C to Max 42°C), Subtropical Monsoon (Min 8°C to Max 38°C), Subtropical Monsoon Highland (Min 7°C to Max 30°C), Subtropical Semi-Arid (Min 5°C to Max 44°C), Tropical Hot Semi-Arid (Min 14°C to Max 47°C), Tropical Mid-Elevation Monsoon (Min 9°C to Max 38°C), Tropical Monsoon Coastal (Min 14°C to Max 38°C), Tropical Wet-Dry ‘savanna’ (Min 11°C to Max 40°C), Tropical Wet-Dry ‘savanna’ Coastal (Min 17°C to Max 40°C), Tropical Wet-Dry Savanna Cool Plateau (Min 14°C to Max 36°C), Tropical Wet-Dry Savanna Hot Interior (Min 11°C to Max 48°C) |
| Pot Sizes (Diameter) | 2.5 Inches, 3 Inches, 3.5 Inches |
Toxicity
| Climate Zone | Cold Hills (Min 1°C to Max 25°C), Cool Tropical Highland (Min 0°C to Max 25°C), Subtropical Hills (Min 5°C to Max 28°C), Subtropical Hot Arid (Min 4°C to Max 50°C), Subtropical Hot Semi Arid Continental (Min 4°C to Max 48°C), Subtropical Humid (Min 8°C to Max 42°C), Subtropical Monsoon (Min 8°C to Max 38°C), Subtropical Monsoon Highland (Min 7°C to Max 30°C), Subtropical Semi-Arid (Min 5°C to Max 44°C), Tropical Hot Semi-Arid (Min 14°C to Max 47°C), Tropical Mid-Elevation Monsoon (Min 9°C to Max 38°C), Tropical Monsoon Coastal (Min 14°C to Max 38°C), Tropical Wet-Dry ‘savanna’ (Min 11°C to Max 40°C), Tropical Wet-Dry ‘savanna’ Coastal (Min 17°C to Max 40°C), Tropical Wet-Dry Savanna Cool Plateau (Min 14°C to Max 36°C), Tropical Wet-Dry Savanna Hot Interior (Min 11°C to Max 48°C) |
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| Pot Sizes (Diameter) | 2.5 Inches, 3 Inches, 3.5 Inches |
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