Golden barrel cactus
Echinocactus grusonii · Barrel cacti · Cactus family
Also known as: Mother-in-law's Cushion · Golden Ball Cactus
Very easy20–60cmPet-friendly
Golden barrel cactus care at a glance
Golden barrel cactus (Echinocactus grusonii) needs little water and prefers to grow in full sun.
- Water need
- Low
- Light
- Full sun
- Soil moisture
- Dry
- Nutrients
- Low
- Life cycle
- Perennial
Pests & Diseases on Golden barrel cactus
Possible pests on Golden barrel cactus include Mealybugs, Scale insects and Aphids. A common disease is Root rot. Golden barrel cactus is considered pet-friendly.
Pest
- Mealybugs Medium
- Scale insects Medium
- Aphids Low
Disease
- Root rot High
A baseline from curated sources, not a command. You decide in the end.
Frequently asked questions about Golden barrel cactus
- Which pests affect Golden barrel cactus?
- Possible pests on Golden barrel cactus include Mealybugs, Scale insects and Aphids.
- Which diseases affect Golden barrel cactus?
- A common disease is Root rot.
- Is Golden barrel cactus toxic to cats and dogs?
- Golden barrel cactus is considered pet-friendly and safe for cats and dogs.
- How much water does Golden barrel cactus need?
- Golden barrel cactus has a low water requirement.
- What light does Golden barrel cactus need?
- Golden barrel cactus prefers to grow in full sun.
- Is Golden barrel cactus frost-hardy?
- Golden barrel cactus is not frost-hardy. Its lower limit is around 5 °C.