Description

Super Crested San Pedro Seedling “TPC x KT-Ogun”

Disclaimers

Crested San Pedro seedling is for ornamental use only! 

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San Pedro Information

Trichocereus pachanoi or commonly known as “San Pedro” is the fastest growing species of columnar cacti and also produce the largest flowers in the cacti world. Their natural habitat is the higher elevations of South America, specifically in Peru, Ecuador, Chile, Argentina, and Bolivia.  They are not considered “desert” cacti as they typically deal with damp soils, high elevations, and cooler temperatures.

TPC Information

This specific cultivar is known as Trichocereus Pachanoi “Crested” (TPC). The crested or “cristata” mutation within the Monstrose cultivars causes amazing brain-like formations that make these cacti look so unique. Although they are much slower growing than your typical San Pedro they are a must have for any collector because of their distinctive look and genetic rarity.

Peruvian Torch Information

Trichocereus peruvianus, otherwise known as Peruvian Torch Cactus, is a fast growing columnar cactus that is one of San Pedro’s cousins. It is native to the high elevations of Peru, specifically in the Andes mountains. Their skin can range from dark green to a beautiful blue hue. They are prized for their gorgeous long, yellow spines. They can also achieve great thickness, which is another reason why Peruvian Torches are highly sought after in the cactus community. In similar fashion to its cousins Pachanoi, Bridgesii, and Scopulicola, Peruvianus produce large white, night-blooming flowers that have a lovely fragrance. 

KT-Ogun Information

Although KT-Ogun has a similar name to Ogun (Ogunbodede) these are indeed VERY different Trichocereus cultivars. In fact, they are different species. Ogun is a Pachanoi sourced by Sacred Succulents and KT-Ogun is a Peruvianus that was originally sourced from Keeper Trout (Trout’s Notes), but is now mainly sourced from Misplant via seeds. However, Ogun and KT-Ogun are both originally from the same area in Peru. KT-Ogun grows a very gorgeous blue color, even when exposed to full sun. They tend to have shorter spines than the average Peruvianus.

This Seedling

Length: ~2.5in tall, Width: ~3in wide

Seedling is 50% San Pedro and 50% Peruvian Torch. The first cactus listed is the seed’s “mother”. This is the plant that had the flower that was pollinated and where the fruit & seeds developed. The second plant is pollen donor or considered the “father” plant. For example: Mother cactus x Father cactus

The seedling was grown from Misplant Seeds, batch #0970. It is fully rooted and ready to be planted upon arrival.

New to San Pedro care? Check out our video on How to Grow San Pedro Seedlings!