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Echinocactus grusonii / 12Cm
Echinocactus grusonii
Confirmed format: 12cm Pot
Plant Highlights: Distinctive golden spines • Bold spherical form • Exceptionally easy to care for • Ideal for bright, sunny interiors
Overview
Echinocactus grusonii, commonly known as the Golden Barrel Cactus, is one of the world's most recognisable cacti. Its perfectly rounded shape, deep ribbing and striking golden-yellow spines create a sculptural display that suits both modern and traditional interiors. Slow growing and exceptionally long-lived, this cactus is an excellent choice for sunny windowsills, desks and shelves. Its architectural form makes it a standout specimen on its own or as part of a collection of succulents and cacti.
Why We Love It
Instantly recognisable with its bold, symmetrical form, this cactus is extremely low maintenance once established. It adds architectural interest all year round and offers a timeless choice for bright indoor spaces.
Plant Details
| Botanical Name | Echinocactus grusonii |
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| Common Name | Golden Barrel Cactus |
| Plant Type | Succulent houseplant |
| Light Requirements | Bright light to full sun |
| Soil Type | Free-draining cactus or succulent compost |
| Growth Habit | Solitary, rounded |
| Foliage & Spines | Ribbed green stem with golden-yellow spines |
| Seasonal Interest | Evergreen |
| Mature Height | Approximately 50cm to 1m |
| Mature Spread | Approximately 50cm to 1m |
Growing Guide
| Indoor Placement | Position in the brightest location available, ideally on a south- or west-facing windowsill where it will receive several hours of direct sunlight each day. Rotate the pot occasionally to encourage even growth. |
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| Watering | Allow the compost to dry out completely before watering. Water thoroughly, then allow excess water to drain away. During autumn and winter, water only sparingly as the plant enters its resting period. |
| Humidity | Average household humidity is ideal. This cactus prefers dry air and does not require misting. |
| Feeding | Feed once a month during spring and summer with a cactus fertiliser at the recommended rate. Do not feed during winter. |
Perfect For
- Sunny windowsills
- Living rooms
- Home offices
- Contemporary interiors
- Cactus and succulent collections
Good to Know
- Handle with care, as the sharp golden spines can cause injury. Use thick gloves or folded newspaper if the plant needs to be moved or repotted.
Product Information
| Packaging | Supplied in a 12cm nursery pot |
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| Please Note | Decorative pots and accessories shown, if any, are not included. |
Indoor growing & care
- Position & light
- Full sun
- Watering
- low
- Soil & drainage
- Acid neutral· Free draining· Dry
- Mature size
- 50cm high· 50cm wide
- Foliage
- evergreen
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