Description

10.5in Peru P2 x Bridgesii Bertha Mid Cutting

Disclaimers

This Peru P2 x Bridgesii Bertha is for ornamental use only! 

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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. 

Peru P2 is a Peruvianus/Peruvian Torch cultivar that has beautiful blue/green skin and bright colored spines. It is known to grow quite thick and quickly.

Bridgesii Information

Trichocereus bridgesii or commonly known as “Bolivian Torch” is a fast growing species of columnar cacti that originates in Bolivia. Their natural habitat is drier and more desert-like compared to San Pedro, meaning the Bolivian Torch does not need as much water as their San Pedro cousins but will still grow almost as quickly.  Bridgesii are highly sought after by ornamental cactus collectors around the world. They are coveted for their beautiful green/blue skin and bright yellow/golden spines, as well as their huge, white flowers.

Bertha is a highly coveted cultivar of Bridgesii. It is also one of the rarer ones to come by. It’s also referred to as “Big Bertha” because this cultivar can grow extremely thick, especially for Bolivian Torches, which as a species tend to grow more slender compared to San Pedro. Bertha is definitely a cultivar that you will want to have growing in your Trichocereus garden!

This specific cutting

• Length: 10.5 inches long
• More photos available upon request
• Piece has already been cut and is currently potted in soil to encourage the rooting process. 
• Includes 1 San Pedro sticker
• This is a mid cutting which means it can planted vertically or horizontally. Horizontal planting (AKA “log style“) can cause a delay in pupping, but it will allow it to produce many more pups.

New to San Pedro care? Check out our video on How to Root San Pedro Cuttings