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Basic Info
Echinopsis Pachanoi is also commonly known as the ‘San Pedro Cactus’. As the plant matures you can expect it to reach up to around 3 m (20ft) tall and about 15 cm (6″) in diameter. The plant main feature are the light green to matt green stems that grow thick and erect.
Scientific Classification
Family: Cactaceae
Subfamily: Cactoideae
Tribe: Trichocereeae
Genus: Echinopsis
Care and Propagation Information
Watering
Echinopsis Pachanoi ‘San Pedro Cactus’ can be quite beautiful when it is well-taken care of. This succulent type needs typical watering as the other succulents. The watering method is very important to keep your San Pedro Cactus healthy. It should not sit on the water, and an excess amount of water should be avoided. The best way of watering is soak and dry method this succulent. Yet, the succulent should be controlled to avoid overwatering.
General Care for Echinopsis Pachanoi ‘San Pedro Cactus’
This succulent type is a illegal in many countries but when it blooms it does so in the night. When it blooms, you will enjoy white flowers. It is a nice addition to your collection of plants especially if you have it displayed in a beautiful pot.
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Quick Facts:
- Prefers full sun
- Can be grown outdoor
- Grows 3 m (20ft) tall
- Grows up to 15 cm (6″) wide
- Can die easily if overwatered see: How to Water Succulent Plants
- Does not handle cold well
- Prefers Zone 8b-10b -9.4 °C (15 F)
- Best propagated by offsets
- Flowers are White
- Illegal in several countries
Where to Plant
Echinopsis Pachanoi ‘San Pedro Cactus’ succulents need strong light. When planting this succulent type in a garden, make sure it gets sunlight. Full to partial sun is the best for its growth. It is better to grow outdoor rather than indoor.
This type of succulent prefers a warm climate. It can survive at zone 8b-10b which is around -9.4 °C (15 °F). If you live in a cold area, it is better to plant San Pedro Cactus in an indoor environment. As long as it gets enough sunlight, the plant will grow happily.
When selecting what pot to use be sure that you understand the difference between the material used (See our guide on how to pick the best plant pot).
How to Propagate Echinopsis Pachanoi ‘San Pedro Cactus’
San Pedro Cactus can be propagated by offsets. This succulent type does not require repotting often. Of course, the first-time repotting is essential when it is bought from the store. You can learn all about How To Repot Succulents in our guide.
Like all the other succulent types, a well-drained soil mixture is essential. If you want to know about well-drained soil mixtures, check How to Prepare Well-drained Soil for Succulent Plants.
How to Propagate Echinopsis Pachanoi ‘San Pedro Cactus’ From Offsets
San Pedro Cactus is propagates from offsets. To be able to propagate from the mother plant, you might wait several years for the main plant to produce an offset. To start this process, use a sharp knife and remove an offset from the main plant. When you remove the offset, clean the extra soil from it. Before replanting, wait for a few days to allow it to callous. Use well-draining soil for your new succulent plant. Don’t forget to water when the soil dries out.
Where Is San Pedro Cactus From?
San Pedro Cactus is native to the Andes Mountains and is mostly found 2,000 to 3,000 m (6.600 to 9.800 ft) altitude. It is found around Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Ecuador, and Peru.
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