Ferocactus hamatacanthus
Native range: Northwest Mexico
Known names: Turk's Head Cactus, Fish Hook Cactus, Texas Barrel Cactus
Hardiness: Can take temperatures slightly below freezing, hardier in the cold if dry.
Mature Size: ~12" tall x ~12" wide
Light: Best in full sun.
Water: Can take dryer conditions but grows faster with regular watering in summer. Keep dryer in winter
Soil: Succulent mix
Dormancy Period: Winter
Pet-Safe: No
Plant Size: Grown in 2.5" pot
 
Yellow flowers in summer. Hooked spines emerges maroon, fades to cream.