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Golden Barrel Cactus

Golden Barrel Cactus

Golden barrel cactus gets its name from its spherical shape. The pronounced ribs containing spines, used for defense against predators, are shown. This species is native to Mexico.
Galleries: Barrel Cacti, Munich Botanical Garden
Keywords: botanical garden, botanischer garten münchen-nymphenburg, cactaceae, cactus, cactus family, echinocactus grusonii, germany, golden ball cactus, golden barrel cactus, mexican cactus, munich, munich botanical garden, münchen, nymphenburg, succulent
Photo Location: Botanischer Garten München-Nymphenburg, Munich, Germany
Photographer: Dr. Roy Winkelman
Date of Photo: 08/18/2010
Device Make: Canon
Device Model: Canon EOS 5D Mark II
Original Dimensions: 5616×3744
Picture Orientation: Landscape
GPS Coordinates: 48°9′47.88″N 11°30′1.8″E
Picture Number: 6874