🌵 Trichocereus peruvianus "SS01" - 19 x 4.5 cm - Rarity

🌵 Trichocereus peruvianus "SS01" - 19 x 4.5 cm (item 5)

You will receive the pictured cactus/cuttings (unrooted, minor blemishes possible)

Origin

Trichocereus peruvianus originates from the Andes of South America, particularly Peru and Bolivia. This fascinating cactus is known for its impressive size and its bright green, columnar shoots, which are often covered with striking white areoles.

Worth knowing

The Trichocereus peruvianus "SS01" is not only popular for its aesthetic appearance, but also for its robustness and adaptability. It can thrive in a wide range of climates and is particularly resistant to drought. This cactus is often valued as an ornamental plant, but is also used in traditional medicine and spiritual practices.

Tips for rooting cacti

1. CuttingCut off a healthy shoot with a clean, sharp knife. (if you have received a mother plant)
2. Allow to dryAllow the cut area to dry in a shady place for about a week until a hard callus layer forms.
3. PlantingPlace the dried shoot in well-drained cactus soil. Press the soil down lightly to stabilize the shoot.
4. IrrigationWater sparingly and only when the soil is completely dry. Overwatering can lead to rotting.

Care of the plants

Trichocereus peruvianus "SS01" is easy to care for as long as you follow a few basic principles:

• LocationPlace the cactus in a sunny spot, ideally with direct sunlight for at least six hours a day.
• IrrigationWater moderately in summer, but reduce watering considerably during the winter dormancy period.
• FertilizationUse a special cactus fertilizer every four to six weeks during the growing season (spring to summer).
• TemperatureThe cactus prefers warm temperatures, but can also survive short periods of frost as long as the soil remains dry.
• RepottingRepot the plant every two to three years to give it fresh soil and sufficient space for root growth.