n a cactus of the genus Ferocactus: unbranched barrel-shaped cactus having deep ribs with numerous spines and usually large funnel-shaped flowers followed by dry fruits
n any cactus of the genus Echinocactus; strongly ribbed and very spiny; southwestern United States to Brazil
Cactuses Can Be Moved Any Time But In Winter Q: I have a golden barrel cactus that has grown to 3 feet wide in a place where I cannot leave it . It's a beautiful specimen, but I have to remove it. Any ideas on how to move it? The thorns are lethal. A: Now is actually a good time to move cactuses.
July 31, 2013 - Las Vegas Review-Journal