Description

Lophophora Williamsii var. Mirando City Cactus Seeds

Lophophora williamsii v. Mirando City Texas locality in Webb County, Texas, about 30 miles east of Laredo. It was founded in the early 20th century as an oil boomtown after petroleum was discovered nearby. At its peak, it had thousands of residents, but its population has since declined to just a few hundred. The region around Mirando City is part of one of the only commercial ranges of wild peyote in the United States.

The Lophophora williamsii cactus, also known as peyote, is a rare spineless cactus native to Northern Mexico and South Texas. 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. Dedication and patience will lead to healthy and rewarding plants. With fresh seeds, some guidance, and basic supplies anyone can grow Lophophora williamsii at home from seed and help preserve it for future generations. Lophophora enjoys the company of other plants and does well potted in large groups. It should be grown in partial shade to avoid damaging the cactus from intense sunlight.

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