Ferocactus cylindraceus X Ferocactus santa-maria LKL

Ferocactus cylindraceus X Ferocactus santa-maria is a hybrid cactus with distinctive cylindrical to barrel-shaped stems. This plant typically exhibits pronounced ribs adorned with clusters of long, stout spines ranging in color from yellow to reddish-brown. Its flowers, appearing in spring or early summer, are funnel-shaped and can be yellow, red, or orange, followed by small, fleshy fruits. This hybrid maintains the robust, drought-tolerant nature of its parent species and thrives in arid, desert-like conditions.