Fishhook Barrel Cactus, Arizona Barrel Cactus, Compass Barrel Cactus, Biznaga

• Scientific Name: Ferocactus Wislizeni
• Common Name: Fishhook Barrel Cactus, Arizona Barrel Cactus, Compass Barrel Cactus, Biznaga
• References: Felger, R.S., S. Rutman, J. Malusa, and M.A. Baker. 2014. Ajo Peak to Tinajas Altas: Flora of Southwestern Arizona: Part 7. Eudicots: Cactaceae - Cactus Family. Phytoneuron 2014-69, 1-95
• References Url: https://www.cabezaprieta.org/flora_research/69PhytoN-SWArizCacti.pdf#page=48
• Habitat: Bajadas, valleys
• Life Form: Cactus, barrel-shaped
• Leaf Description: Leafless
• Flower Color: Orange
• Flowering Period: July to Sept.
• Spines: Hooked spines
• Rarity: Common
• Family: Cactaceae (cactus family)