Description

Lophophora Williamsii Cactus

Live Lophophora williamsii cactus plants.

Our Lophophora williamsii are naturally cultivated at our nursery in specialized mineral soil, resulting in excellent root development and strong resistance to environmental stresses. Also known as peyote, Lophophora williamsii is an endangered spineless cactus native to Northern Mexico and South Texas. Its stem is glaucous green, dull bluish, or greyish green, very succulent, globular, top-shaped, or somewhat flattened with a woolly top; The subterranean portion of the stem extends deep below the surface of the ground and transitions smoothly into a large taproot which acts as a water reservoir during the dry season.

Most young plants have 5 ribs, while older specimens can grow up to 13 ribs. They usually grow solitary, but can also grow caespitose. They maintain a large subterranean taproot which acts as a water reservoir during the dry season. Once mature they regularly display beautiful pink flowers throughout the summer months. However, Lophophora is a slow growing cactus. It can take a decade to reach flowering age.

Lophophora enjoys the company of other plants and does well potted in large groups. Peyote should be grown in partial shade to avoid damaging the cactus from intense sunlight.

For our most outstanding plants see our Lophophora williamsii fine specimens. Likewise, you are a wild plant enthusiast and prefer hard grown cacti see our Lophophora williamsii wild specimens.

An extensive selection of other rare Lophophora cactus seeds. 

See the cactus propagation guide has tips on how to best care for your Lophophora williamsii cactus.

Learn more about this threatened species and current conservation efforts. The Cactus Conservation Institute is a great resource.