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these seeds are open pollinated on my brothers property south of Tucson, Arizona. The next living thing to him is a saguaro cactus a little over 5 miles away.

San Pedro Cactus is a fast-growing columnar cactus native to the Peruvian Andes. It’s easy to grow and the cluster of tall, slender branches is especially handsome. When conditions are right (usually just after a rainfall), it produces huge fragrant white blossoms at night worth staying awake for.Native to the Andes, San Pedro tolerates lower temperatures and more rainfall than most cacti. It needs free-draining soil, an occasional deep watering, and some protection from scorching sun in mid-summer. It grows fastest in sunny climates with long summers, is hardy anywhere in zones 8-10. This is not a very prickly cactus. It has short spines and is safe to plant near a walkway (but maybe not a swimming pool.) Slender and very erect, it makes a handsome statement in most gardens and grows just fine in a pot. We offer a 30 day money back guarantee. If your cactus arrives damaged or you are not 100% satisfied, contact us within 30 days of receiving it and receive a replacement or full refund. See winter shipping for exception.

It is recommended that during the colder months (with temperatures below 10C) that you choose a 1 or 2 day shipping option and purchase a 72 hour heat pack when ordering live cactus. Orders that are shipped with a shipping estimate longer than two days and do not contain a heat pack in the colder months will not be guarantied.Please be advised that a 100% germination rate is rare. You will have better germination rates if proper conditions are met. Please visit our Peyote Info Page for information on germination. Echinopsis pachanoi syn. Trichocereus pachanoi commonly known as San Pedro cactus is a fast-growing columnar cactus originally from the Andes Mountains of Peru, Ecuador, Bolivia and northern Argentina. The San Pedro cactus has a long and rich history of cultural significance to the First Nations People of South America. Growing cacti from seed is cheap, fun and easy. If you’ve never done it before or if you’re looking to improve your technique we have written a full guide on the subject which you can find here.Germination rates have been observed to be around 70-90%. We cannot offer any guarantees on germination rates as it is very dependent on individual setups and processes.

All seeds have been harvested from 25+ year old San Pedro mother plants. Our fields are open-pollinated the way nature intended, which means these seeds may also produce hybrids of the following species:Cultivation: San Pedro cacti love a spot with a lot of sun. A window on the south is the best, or in summertime you can place them outside on a terrace in the full sun.

Like most cacti, San Pedro cacti are resistant against dry periods. During the growth-season, water them once every two weeks by soaking the soil completely.The San Pedro cactus has a extensive history in shamanic culture. The most ancient signs of ritual use date back to 2000 years ago. Since the beginning of civilization in the Andes region, local shamans were using these cacti as part of their rituals, hailing the cactus as the “Materia Prima’. It was used not only as a religious sacrament, but also as a shamanic medicine.

All ordered products must be legal in the country of the receiver. It is the responsibility of the buyer to check the legal status of ordered products in his or her country.Lack of collectable seed: Some plants are sterile and cannot set seed. Trying to collect seed from such plants will obviously be disappointing. Others (e.g. holly) may carry male and female flowers on separate plants so male plants will never bear seed.

Seed can be saved from many trees, shrubs, perennials, aquatic plants, alpines, annuals, biennials, bulbous plants, ornamental grasses vegetables and herbs.

Poor viability (the length of time that seed stays alive and able to germinate): If seed is sown but fails to germinate, it suggests it was not viable. Seed viability depends on the condition of the seed when first stored, how long it is stored and what seed is being kept. A good propagation book should be consulted.Some seeds (e.g. hellebore) are best sown immediately as their viability reduces with storage. However, for many species, sowing is best delayed until a more suitable time of the year, such as autumn or spring, so the harvested seed will need to be safely stored until sowing. Storing is also required if surplus seed has been collected. Here’s how:

The Royal Horticultural Society is the UK’s leading gardening charity. We aim to enrich everyone’s life through plants, and make the UK a greener and more beautiful place.Wild collected San Pedro seeds. Trichocereus pachanoi is tolerant of a wide variety of conditions and can handle more water than most cacti, making it a good cactus species for beginners. Pachanoi is frost hardy for short periods. Trichocereus pachanoi can be watered frequently during the summer months, sometimes as often as every two days if the top inch or two of the soil is dry. During the winter, your San Pedro cactus should be slowly acclimated to cool temperatures and dry, dark conditions to avoid stretching that could damage the aesthetics and structural integrity of the plant. When breaking dormancy in the spring, a reverse process of slowly introducing the factors necessary for growth may be beneficial for the same reason. For optimal skin color, Trichocereus pachanoi should be kept in partial rather than full sun and the soil should be well-draining and rich in organic nutrients and minerals. Pachanoi blooms are large, white and have a strong, pleasant perfume.

Received the seeds in a week, maybe 10 days. I followed the directions on the propagation page and sure enough, most of them came up as cute little seedlings. All interactions with the company via email has been pleasant. I am pleased thus far and will repeat business.The biology of cacti is that they have a robust central column of vascular material, central pith, and tough skin to protect their flesh. Cacti are a type of succulent; they have evolved soft water-holding flesh to see them through times of no rain or moisture. The outer skin has areoles from which grow numerous thorns, the size depending on the species. When cacti reach a given height, they begin to grow offsets, e.g., branches or “pups” when grown from the cactus base. The areoles are where cacti branch or “pup” from. Many cacti grow upward as tall branched columns and, in time, the branches get heavy and become unbalanced; the hard vascular material can no longer support the weight. At a point of weakness, they can snap off.With care and attention, San Pedro rewards the grower in time. While not fast growing, they have other lessons for the grower: patience and appreciation. Quite often, growers get to a point where the idea of cutting their cactus feels a little uncomfortable, particularly in the case of rare clones or seed-grown specimens.

Growing from seed can be a little more complicated. Trichocereus grow large fruits that contain hundreds of seeds; these break open and then distribute and can sit in the soil for a long time before the right conditions for germination appear. San Pedro cactus seeds need moist soil, humidity, and shade to germinate.

Rot: Rot can be a problem. Cactus flesh is soft with lots of water, the perfect breeding ground for some fungi that can happily run through cactus flesh. Rot can appear either orange or brown. Rot is best solved by cutting out the rotting section, letting the wound callus, or treating with sulfur, or, for a more natural solution, cinnamon.

As a mature plant, San Pedro doesn’t make the best houseplant; they need lots of light and often start etiolating as they stretch towards the nearest source of light. Cacti are desert plants and can tolerate harsh direct sun. As seedlings, they prefer shade and need to slowly acclimatize to harsh sunlight, so keep them out of the full sun for the first year. If exposed to too much light, seedlings can turn red and need time to recover. If your seedlings go clear, they will not recover and will rot. Use shade or shade cloth to protect them, slowly allowing more and more exposure to full sun. This process is referred to as “hardening off”. Once acclimatized, pot them up and place them outdoors.Due to their spines, cacti are also the kind of plants that are not very appealing to various animals or children—once bitten, twice shy. Cactus thorns are sharp and can go deep, so be careful of spines falling on the ground as they can be hard to see. Not only do they hurt and can be difficult to remove, but some people have severe reactions to the spines.

All plants need three things: appropriate soil, the right amount of water, and light. For San Pedro specifically, the main growing season is in summer. In Equatorial Peru, they have hot summers with regular rain. In the winter, the cacti go into a hibernation phase and stop growing. The San Pedro cactus, also known as Trichocereus pachanoi or torch cactus, is a columnar cactus from South America, named and described by Britton & Rose. Also known as huachuma, it is one of many mescaline-containing cacti found throughout the Andes Mountains of Peru, Colombia, Ecuador, Bolivia, Argentina, and Chile. In recent history, San Pedro has been overshadowed by peyote, also known as Lophophora williamsii. Given the concerns around the conservation status of peyote and the preservation of cultural practices, San Pedro is often suggested as an alternative for those who are curious about mescaline. The active ingredient in huachuma is the phenethylamine, mescaline. Mescaline, more specifically 3,4,5-trimethoxyphenethylamine, is a plant alkaloid; it is considered one of the classic hallucinogens alongside the psychedelic compounds LSD (derived from the ergot fungus) and psilocybin (from psilocybin mushrooms). But unlike the tryptamine alkaloids, which act on serotonin receptors, mescaline is a phenethylamine that acts on dopamine receptors, producing hallucinogenic effects. The effects of mescaline include altered thinking processes, an altered sense of time and self-awareness, and closed- and open-eye visual phenomena.

It is legal to cultivate San Pedro cactus in most countries, which is why they are sold regularly in garden centers. Cultivation for consumption, however, is illegal and possession of mescaline and related compounds is illegal in most countries. Mescaline and many phenethylamines are classified as Schedule 1 drugs. This is the case in the United States, Australia, Canada, Sweden, Germany, and New Zealand, where it is currently legal to cultivate the San Pedro cactus for gardening and ornamental purposes, but not for consumption. Care should be taken with respect to how the law interprets cuttings of San Pedro, as a cutting may be interpreted as the drug.Disclaimer: Mescaline is a largely illegal substance and we do not encourage or condone its use where it is against the law. However, we accept that illegal drug use occurs and believe that offering responsible harm reduction information is imperative to keeping people safe. For that reason, this guide is designed to enhance the safety of those who decide to use mescaline.

Another technique is the Coke Bottle Tek developed by Halcyon Daze from the Australian website forum The Corroboree. This innovative technique takes advantage of the distinctive shape of the bottle created by the Coca-Cola company. You will need two bottles:San Pedro are a common species and their cultivation, if not careful, leads to growing and collecting a huge variety of other types, including named clones, other species, the mutants, and other plants entirely. With so many possibilities, growing cacti becomes an incredibly rewarding hobby.

Scale: Scale are small insects that resemble small cottony tufts or dome-shaped shells. They can hide quite easily. They love cacti and can hide easily between the ribs. They particularly like the younger flesh near the meristem, where it is easy to insert their proboscis and suck on the sap. The best way to solve the problem is to crush them with your fingernail or use a little warm water and biodegradable detergent, brushing them off with a toothbrush. Keep in mind that knocking them off means they can climb back up the cactus.

Cacti do need fertilizer, not a lot though. In pots, it is best to add slow-release fertilizer pellets that break down over time. Osmocote is good, especially the type for nutrient-poor soils. Soil conditioners such as diluted Seasol also help. Cacti respond well to mycorrhizal fungi and various soil bacteria, so it helps to keep your soil healthy and well maintained.Slugs and snails: These are not such a problem for mature cacti, but for seedlings, they can be problematic as slugs and snails often eat out the base of the seedling or eat the growing tip, munching right into the apical meristem. Having said that, there is something interesting around slug and snail slime that seems to result in the occasional mutant. Deterring slugs and snails can be a challenge, but copper tape, beer traps, and even sand help deter their meanderings.

Mealybugs: Mealybugs have a white and cottony appearance. They usually live in clusters, hiding between ribs. Root mealybugs live in the soil and resemble white deposits on the roots. They cause damage by sucking plant sugars from the roots, making the plant more susceptible to rot from bacterial and fungal infections. Neem oil is a good treatment for these, and the use of diatomaceous earth is great as a surface coating.If you live in a region that gets too cold and wet over winter and you keep your cacti in pots, you can bring them inside if you don’t have a greenhouse.

Trichocereus pachanoi is a ubiquitous cactus. It is used for landscaping in combination with other arid plants in minimalist gardens, and regularly sold in garden centers to many who are unaware of its entheogenic properties. However, there are those who are aware! In fact, there are Trichocereus collectors and breeders the world over. Collectors trade cactus cuttings internationally and swap seeds. The global cultivation of Trichocereus pachanoi has also led to the creation of many cultivars, including “Juul’s Giant”, “Landfill”, and, notably, the Australian “Fields” and “Yowie”. That pretty, emerald green, almost spineless columnar cactus in your neighbor’s front yard may be the sacred entheogen huachuma, the cactus used in ceremonies in South America for millennia.Third Wave’s mission is to nurture the emerging psychedelic ecosystem by providing individuals with research-based education, access to vetted providers, and membership in our global community of psychedelic pioneers.

Cacti grow in hot and dry regions. Although they can acclimatize to various climates, they can struggle with humidity. Trichocereus grow from the desert regions of coastal Peru to just below the humid cloud forests of the Andes Mountains. Cacti tend to survive the Neglect Tek, but with a little cactus care and love, they will grow into beautiful tall specimens. Note: for alkaloid production, Neglect Tek helps.San Pedro are beautiful cacti; they match minimalist architecture and perfectly suit concrete rock gardens when grown with other cactus plants. They grow well in dry arid environments and require little maintenance. And the flowers, well what can you say? The enormous white flowers are incredible! They first appear from the areola as small hairy balls that extend up to nine inches (23 cm) long, then burst open, with a beautiful aroma that fills your garden during the night.

Ordinary potting soil is not a good match with cacti, as it sometimes doesn’t dry well and can take a while to dry out. Keep in mind that cacti need well-aerated soil and not wet, muddy soil. Cacti don’t like having their feet wet for too long. In addition to well-draining soil, make sure pots have lots of drainage holes.In terms of overwatering, don’t water during winter, and let your soil dry out between watering. When in pots, you can water from above, or you can sit them in a bucket for the soil to soak up water. This method works especially well if you live somewhere where water is in short supply. It takes a little practice, but when you get the rhythm right, your San Pedro will put on heaps of growth. In the peak of summer, you can see your cactus grow visibly every day.

Due to this callusing and ability to grow roots from anywhere along the column, propagation of San Pedro is very easy. You can trim a cactus to any length, such as the length of your arm or the length of your palm. You just need enough to be able to plant in the soil and have enough room above the soil to grow “pups”. Even really short lengths can grow roots and then “pup” from the areoles. You can plant vertically or horizontally. Another option is to graft small sections onto fast-growing stock. San Pedro is often used to graft more potent or collectable Trichocereus for faster growth, but that’s a more advanced technique for another time.Quick question, I have about a 7 inch long, 5 inch wide cutting of SP that was allowed to callus at the bottom, is it necessary to give a fresh cut before replanting? Based on your directions I am leaning toward no but I just want to make sure. Thanks for this guide it was so helpful!

One of the best things about growing cacti is that they have few pests. Snails may be a huge problem for some (though they also have weird advantages), but the main pests are scale and mealybugs.

With the recent interest in microdosing, there has been interest in using mescaline for microdosing. Microdosing is the act of consuming sub-perceptual (unnoticeable) amounts of a psychedelic substance. Many individuals who have integrated microdosing mescaline into their weekly routine report higher levels of creativity, more energy, increased focus, and improved relational skills, as well as reduced anxiety, stress, and even depression. Some enthusiasts also report that microdosing mescaline has helped them heighten their spiritual awareness and enhance their senses. More information on microdosing mescaline can be found in the Ultimate Guide to Mescaline.San Pedro is a popular South American cactus. It is one of the easiest (if not the easiest) ethnobotanical plants to grow. If gifted a cutting, all you need to do is plant it in the right kind of soil and leave it be. From there, it will grow roots and before you know it, it will be putting on new emerald green growth. In contrast, many other ethnobotanical plants can be challenging to obtain, with long hours scouring forums, not to mention the challenge of germinating them. Psychotria viridis, for example, takes six to nine months for germination. Then there is the process of keeping them alive! This is not to say San Pedro doesn’t have its challenges; however, depending on where you live, they can be a “plant and forget” species. Still, to make the most of your cactus, regular attention rewards the grower.

Hint: while leaving room in the pots for watering, also place a layer of rocks around the cacti, such as river rocks, scoria, or gravel. Not only do they add to the visual appearance, but they also reduce weed growth. There are few things worse than weeding around cactus!A very basic technique to germinate cactus seeds is to scatter the seeds across a bed of cactus soil in a seed raising punnet, then cover it with cling wrap to keep in moisture. Make sure it’s in a warm sunny place. One of the best techniques, popularized by Australian Trichocereus growers in the 2000s, is called the Takeaway Tek, which is based on the Fleisher method using glass jars. The Takeaway Tek is straightforward and also very effective. Using a plastic takeaway container, fill the container halfway with moist cactus soil. You can place a layer (~1 cm) of rinsed sand or zeolite on the cactus soil as a barrier to fungal infection. Then sprinkle seeds across the surface, not too close. Use a mister to mist the seeds, washing them into the soil, then place the lid on the container. Place the container somewhere warm, ideally a windowsill with some shade cloth. The seeds should sprout very quickly. This Tek is used widely due to its consistently good germination rates.Red spider mites: Red spider mites will often appear on San Pedro but will not pose any significant problems unless the cactus is very unhealthy with dry or rotting roots. They cause damage to cacti by sucking plant sugars. The first sign is usually thin threads resembling spiderwebs. Spider mites are very small, red in color, resembling fine particles of dust or dirt. Spider mites are a sign of a stressed plant, and they are attracted by yellowing of the plant, which is a common sign of nutrient deficiency. Simply wipe off the infestation and give the plant some love and attention.Witch’s broom disease: Witch’s broom is a virus that messes with the growing meristems of plants. It makes a plant suddenly start branching uncontrollably. In San Pedro, this results in weird mutations and multiple uncontrolled growths. Initially, it can look cool, but the virus can spread to the rest of your collection. With plant viruses, they generally cannot be cured. In the case of witch’s broom, there is only one solution. You can remove the plant to another location, but it will always put other plants at risk. The best advice is to destroy the plant; even if it is something special, there is no point putting the rest of your collection at risk.

I have some seedlings about 6 months old. They were removed from plastic bags (where there were kept in humid conditions) about 2 months ago. I’ve been watering them every couple of days after the soil dries out completely, but they have started turning brown. I never put them in direct sunlight but they do get indirect sunlight light all day. Also, I have a few late comers that are still very green and look good. Thinking they have been getting too much water. What do you think? How often do they need water at this stage? I also leave them outside during the day now that it’s spring. It is hitting in the 80’s in temps outside. They are kept on the porch, out of direct sun, but still get some light. Thanks!

One of the biggest myths around cacti is that they don’t need water. This is true for some cacti. But, in the case of Trichocereus, they love water, particularly when it is hot. However, during cold winter months, they go into a hibernation phase, and do not require a lot of water. Then they wake up early- to mid-spring. During spring, they should be watered well every month. Into summer, when it gets hot, they can be watered well every two weeks, even every week. Particularly when in pots, the soil can dry out quickly in the summer months. Water well, and when the soil has dried out, water again.Cacti have evolved the ability to grow roots at points where the cactus touches the ground. We can take advantage of this and, rather than waiting for branches to snap, we can cut segments from the cactus, then let them dry out or “callus” for at least two weeks. From there, you can plant the cutting in soil. This process makes cacti, particularly Trichocereus, one of the easiest plants to cultivate.

Care should be taken to not let the seeds get too much light or direct sunlight as they can die quickly, turning white or clear and rotting. Common advice is to leave them in the container for a year before transferring to pots.

Fungus gnats: These are little black flies that resemble mosquitoes. They are often seen hovering around plants or on the soil. The flies do not cause any damage but the larva that live in the soil damage the roots. Large plants are usually not affected, but seedling growth may be stunted by the root damage. Fungus gnats are attracted by fungus in the soil, and are a sign that your soil is way too wet and not draining correctly.Black spots: Black spots can sometimes appear on your San Pedro in humid or overly moist conditions. They don’t do any damage and can be ignored. In time they will callous and turn white. They result in marks that affect appearance, but not the overall health of the plant. “San Pedro” can be used to also refer to Trichocereus peruvianus (Echinopsis peruviana) or Peruvian torch, Trichocereus bridgesii (Echinopsis lageniformis) or Bolivian torch, and Trichocereus macrogonus (Echinopsis macrogona). What we know as Trichocereus pachanoi is officially known as Echinopsis pachanoi, but most collectors, cultivators, and experts on the group continue to use Trichocereus. Many growers, particularly in colder parts of the world, use grow lights on their cacti for the first few years to get them to size. Lights can either be sodium halide, which are used in many indoor setups, or full-spectrum LED lights. Again, slowly acclimate seedlings to the lights to not burn them.Trichocereus will happily sit in small pots for years, but grow best when they put down large root systems. A good practice is to re-pot every couple of years. To remove them from their pot, loosen and trim their roots a little and then re-pot into a larger pot. The best way to re-pot them is to hold the cactus with one hand in the position you want it in the pot, then let the roots hang down and fill in the soil. Leave a gap at the top to allow space for watering.

Hi! Love your post. I see little brown furry patches around all of the spines on a SP cactus cutting. I was concerned that it might be mold but is it safe to assume that the brown fur around the spines are normal ? Thank you!!They can handle plenty of rain and seem to be quite resistant to most bug infestations in turn. This cactus also grow very fast reaching ten to sixteen inches in only three years.The San Pedro Pachanoi cactus is the easiest to handle since it has very small spines. The potency of this cactus is lower than the rest of the spices from this family of cactus resulting in lower concentration of mescaline. Still this species of cactus grows at an astounding rate offering much more plant body than any Trichocereus spicies. Trichocereus pachanoi also seems to grow thicker bodied than Trichocereus bridgesii cactus. Use a grow box. Fill plastic containers (5cm) with sterilized soil, place the seeds in the soil and press lightly. Place the trays in a layer of boiled water and wait until the surface of the earth moist. Take the jars out and cover them with plastic wrap.

Mescaline is strong psychedelic and have an similar effect to LSD, altering perception of self existence and reality, increase suggestibility, and intensify emotions.Being easy to handle make it favorite psychedelic cactus for the shamanic ceremonies surrounding Ecuador and Peru. Distribution of this species is Ecuador and Peru. Grow your own cactus! Contains 100 seeds.

Optimal temperature in this stage is between 18°C and 23°C. After a few days to weeks, green baby cactus occur. After about four weeks, you can start hardening.

Do not use this product if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not exceed the recommended dose. Use may affect your ability to drive. It is not recommended to combine this product with alcohol, drugs or medication. Not recommended for minors under 18 years old.For a full trip you take about 350 to 500 mg of mescaline, an section about ten inches long and three inches wide to get this dose. Full peak of the trip starts in about 2 to 4 hours after consuming the cactus and gradually decline over the next 8-12 hours.

The first hour in the trip, most people experience some type of physical distress, nausea, discomfort, fullness in the stomach, sweating with chills, this symptoms can last 1-2 hours, once this beginning stage is passed than you enter in an nirvana an sense of calm and acceptance.

The main alkaloid is mescaline (3,4,5 trimethoxy-B-Phenethylamine). Trichocereus Pachanoi contains only mescaline cactus natural MAO inhibitor. Contains 100 seeds.

While best propagated from cuttings, it’s possible to grow San Pedro cacti from seeds. Plant them under the right conditions to ensure successful germination and minimize the risk of disease.

To speak with a nursery professional about growing and caring for San Pedro cactus, please contact us online or visit one of our locations in Arizona, California, Nevada, Texas, or Florida.Plant several seeds in each pot to increase the chance that at least one will germinate. Place each seed on the surface of the perlite or sand roughly 1/2 inch apart. Gently press the seeds to anchor them firmly to the surface. Then, cover them with a single layer of perlite to allow plenty of light to penetrate. Mist the seeds with cool water and gently tamp the perlite or sand to settle it on top of the seeds. Select shallow, 3-inch pots with drainage holes and wash them thoroughly. Next, select a fast-draining medium, such as perlite or sand. It’s a good idea to sterilize the medium to kill any existing bacteria that could obstruct the germination process. To do this, place the perlite or sand in an oven-safe bowl and heat it for one hour at 200 degrees F. Next, moisten the sterilized perlite or sand. It has reached the proper moisture content if you can’t squeeze any more water out of it. Fill up each pot with dampened perlite or sand to 1/2 inch from the top.Check the moisture level of the perlite or sand each day and water it once it feels nearly dry. Overwatering can lead to harmful bacteria growth, so watering from the base is best. To do this, place the pots in a tray and fill the tray with water until the pots are halfway submerged. Allow the water to soak in for 20 minutes, and then return the pots to the propagation mat or heating pad.

The San Pedro cactus is an ideal accent plant that adds character and interest to any landscape in hardiness zone 10a or higher. It grows in a columnar shape with striking, ribbed branches and eye-catching, trumpet-shaped flowers that bloom in midsummer. They have a fast growth rate and can reach 10 to 20 feet tall. Plant a grouping of San Pedro cacti as a focal point in your fire-resistant landscape, or line your driveway with them to attract all the right attention.

The seeds should germinate within a month. If more than one seed germinates in each pot, thin them to one each. Move the pots to a sheltered outdoor location and gradually remove the plastic wrap or propagation dome over the course of a week to acclimate the seedlings to a normal humidity level. Once hardened off, transplant the seedlings to larger containers filled with standard cactus potting mix.