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San Pedro Cactus

Trichocereus Pachanoi

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Overview

The San Pedro Cactus, or Trichocereus pachanoi, is a fast-growing columnar cactus native to the Andes. It reaches heights of 10-20 feet at maturity with a diameter of 6-8 inches. This cactus prefers well-drained soils and full sun exposure. Its ribbed, green body is punctuated by areoles producing white, nocturnal flowers suited to desert or xeriscaped landscapes for its minimal water needs and striking vertical form.

Sun Full, HalfWater Very LowZones 9–10Type CactusClimate Temperate

San Pedro Cactus (Trichocereus Pachanoi) — It requires full sun exposure for optimal growth but can tolerate some light shade

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Very Low
USDA zones: 9–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type: Cactus
Family: Cactaceae
Climate: Temperate

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San Pedro Cactus (Trichocereus Pachanoi) — with a diameter of approximately 6 inches

San Pedro Cactus (Trichocereus Pachanoi) — which can reach heights of 10 to 20 feet at maturity; it provides architectural interest and an exotic touch that

San Pedro Cactus (Trichocereus Pachanoi) — is a columnar cactus native to the Andes Mountains in South America; it provides architectural interest, image 48

San Pedro Cactus (Trichocereus Pachanoi) — it is low-maintenance and only needs occasional watering once established; it provides architectural interest and an

San Pedro Cactus (Trichocereus Pachanoi) — is a columnar cactus native to the Andes Mountains in South America

San Pedro Cactus (Trichocereus Pachanoi) — scientifically known as Trichocereus pachanoi; it grows at a moderate rate of about 4 to 12 inches per, image 47

San Pedro Cactus (Trichocereus Pachanoi) — It reaches heights of 10-20 feet at maturity with a diameter of 6-8 inches; it grows at a moderate rate, image 44

San Pedro Cactus (Trichocereus Pachanoi) — cactus for full or half; it provides architectural interest and an exotic touch that can complement a, image 63

San Pedro Cactus (Trichocereus Pachanoi) — scientifically known as Trichocereus pachanoi; it grows at a moderate rate of about 4 to 12 inches per year

San Pedro Cactus (Trichocereus Pachanoi) — This plant is well suited for a prominent spot in your garden design due to its impressive and sculptural form

San Pedro Cactus (Trichocereus Pachanoi) — is a columnar cactus native to the Andes Mountains in South America; it provides architectural interest, image 69

San Pedro Cactus (Trichocereus Pachanoi) — white flowers in the garden; green body is punctuated by areoles producing white, image 61

San Pedro Cactus (Trichocereus Pachanoi) — The San Pedro Cactus, or Trichocereus pachanoi, is a fast-growing columnar cactus native to the Andes, image 64

San Pedro Cactus (Trichocereus Pachanoi) — This cactus prefers well-drained soils and full sun exposure; it provides architectural interest and an, image 45

San Pedro Cactus (Trichocereus Pachanoi) — cactus with white blooms

San Pedro Cactus (Trichocereus Pachanoi) — It reaches heights of 10-20 feet at maturity with a diameter of 6-8 inches

San Pedro Cactus (Trichocereus Pachanoi) — it grows at a moderate rate of about 4 to 12 inches per year, image 32

San Pedro Cactus (Trichocereus Pachanoi) — It reaches heights of 10-20 feet at maturity with a diameter of 6-8 inches; it grows at a moderate rate, image 65

San Pedro Cactus (Trichocereus Pachanoi) — It requires full sun exposure for optimal growth but can tolerate some light shade; green body is punctuated by

San Pedro Cactus (Trichocereus Pachanoi) — green body is punctuated by areoles producing white

San Pedro Cactus (Trichocereus Pachanoi) — with a diameter of approximately 6 inches; green body is punctuated by areoles producing white, image 52

San Pedro Cactus (Trichocereus Pachanoi) — green body is punctuated by areoles producing white, image 46

San Pedro Cactus (Trichocereus Pachanoi) — is a columnar cactus native to the Andes Mountains in South America; it provides architectural interest and an

Trichocereus Pachanoi

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