“Ferocactus” Genus Cacti Ferocactus comes from the Latin word “ferox,” meaning “fierce,” and the Greek word “kaktos,” meaning “thistle.” This genus is also known as “The Traveler’s Friend.” Ferocactus is native to the Southwestern United States and Mexico. Ferocactus plants are barrel-shaped with prominent spines and small flowers. This genus’s natural habitat is extremely hot and exploited. Ferocactus Plants On Succulent City Ferocactus Wislizeni Ferocactus Latispinus Ferocactus Glaucescens Ferocactus Emoryi Ferocactus Cylindraceus Ferocactus Pilosus Ferocactus Hamatacanthus Ferocactus Gracilis Ferocactus Histrix Ferocactus Peninsulae Ferocactus Macrodiscus Ferocactus Chrysacanthus Ferocactus Wislizenii Ferocactus Herrerae Ferocactus Rectispinus Ferocactus Viridescens Ferocactus Diguetii Ferocactus Echidne Ferocactus Tiburonensis Ferocactus Schwarzii Ferocactus Electracanthus Related TweetPinShare0 Shares ABOUT ME Richard Miller Salute everyone. It's Richard, the author of this Succulent & Xeriscaping blog. I am a traveler and a nature lover looking for a connection with the wild green. In my journey, I found a love for succulents and xeriscaping. What attracts me is the long-lasting & unique beauty of every plant I have the chance to see with my own eyes. Welcome to my little blog and let's enjoy a good time together! Contact me: richard.succulentcity@gmail.com Leave a Reply Cancel replyYou must be logged in to post a comment. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed. Connect with us on social! Pinterest Instagram YouTube Facebook