Description

Lophophora Williamsii Var. Caespitosa Cactus

Live Lophophora Williamsii Var. Caespitosa Cactus

Discover the rare and highly sought-after Lophophora williamsii var. caespitosa, a fascinating cluster-forming variety of the iconic Peyote cactus. Unlike the solitary form, this caespitose cultivar naturally produces multiple heads, creating dense, eye-catching clumps over time. Its soft blue-green skin, woolly areoles, and occasional pink flowers make it a prized centerpiece for collectors of unusual and slow-growing cacti.

Native to northern Mexico and parts of Texas, Lophophora williamsii caespitosa comes from the region of La Perdida, Mexico. “Caespitosa” means “densely-clumped”, it refers to the dense tufts of stems.It is a variety of Lophophora that grows in a cluster with multiple heads. L. caespitosa is a button-like, spineless cactus. that has a dark green or light green colour. It grows in an area that stretches from from the Chihuahuan Desert to the South Texas Plains, on either side of the middle and lower Rio Grande River, Southward.thrives in well-draining soil, bright light, and minimal watering, making it an excellent choice for drought-tolerant collections and rare cactus enthusiasts. Valued for both its ornamental beauty and its cultural history, this unique peyote variety adds depth and character to any cactus garden or indoor display.

In the habitat, solitary and clumping plants are both present and it is not a rare event to find a caespitose seedling in the seedling tray among the more common single headed plants. Some L. caespitosa plants produce dozens of very small shoots each of them never reaching the dimension of a flowering plant. Others have bigger heads and can produce flowers and seeds.

Size: 6-8cm 

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