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Definition of Barrel cactus
1. Noun. A cactus of the genus Ferocactus: unbranched barrel-shaped cactus having deep ribs with numerous spines and usually large funnel-shaped flowers followed by dry fruits.
2. Noun. Any cactus of the genus Echinocactus; strongly ribbed and very spiny; southwestern United States to Brazil.
Exact synonyms: Echinocactus
Generic synonyms: Cactus
Group relationships: Genus Echinocactus
Specialized synonyms: Hedgehog Cactus, Echinocactus Grusonii, Golden Barrel Cactus
Generic synonyms: Cactus
Group relationships: Genus Echinocactus
Specialized synonyms: Hedgehog Cactus, Echinocactus Grusonii, Golden Barrel Cactus
Definition of Barrel cactus
1. Noun. Any cactus with an approximately barrel-like shape. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com