Trichocereus pachanoi
San Pedro Cactus
Description
Trichocereus pachanoi is a cactus that has ribs that are full and plump, usually green in color, sometimes blue. Flowers are hairy. No fruit is produced, only seeds. This columnar cactus grows very fast and is cold tolerant.
Plant Type
Cactus
Height Range
3-6'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Very Low
Growth Rate
Slow
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam, Rocky
Soil Condition
Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
Thorns/Spines
Design Styles
n/a
Accenting Features
n/a
Seasonal Interest
n/a
Location Uses
n/a
Special Uses
n/a
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.
Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.