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Trichocereus pachanoi Cristata Variegata Crested Variegated San Pedro Cactus

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Growth Width Max 6 ft.

Growth Height Max 20 ft.

Exposure Full

Soil Moisture Low to Moderate

Hardiness Zone Maximum Zone 10b

Hardiness Zone Minimum Zone 8b

Growth Width Max 6 ft.

Growth Height Max 20 ft.

Exposure Full

Soil Moisture Low to Moderate

Hardiness Zone Maximum Zone 10b

Hardiness Zone Minimum Zone 8b

Description

Trichocereus pachanoi ‘Cristata Variegata’, commonly known as the crested variegated San Pedro cactus, is a rare and visually striking form of the fast‑growing San Pedro cactus native to the Andes . What sets this cultivar apart is the combination of cresting (fan‑like fasciation) and vibrant variegation—creating sculptural yellow-and-green fan shapes that resemble living artwork. It produces large white nocturnal flowers on its non‑crested segments during warm seasons. This cultivar is prized by collectors for its ornamental value and ease of care in well‑drained soil under bright light.

Sculptural cresting with dual green‑yellow variegation, yielding fan‑shaped “brain‑like” stems
Produces large, fragrant white night‑blooming flowers on non‑crested arms
Fast‑growing and hardy: tolerates USDA Zones 8b–10, drought, and frost down to ~20 °F (–9 °C)

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Size

6 in.

Item

96035-006

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6 in.

Item

96035-006

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Price

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$71.221/Each

Retail Price

$71.221/Each

Description

Sculptural cresting with dual green‑yellow variegation, yielding fan‑shaped “brain‑like” stems
Produces large, fragrant white night‑blooming flowers on non‑crested arms
Fast‑growing and hardy: tolerates USDA Zones 8b–10, drought, and frost down to ~20 °F (–9 °C)

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Cactus

Succulent

Trichocereus

pachanoi

Crested Variegated San Pedro Cactus

Zone 8b

Zone 10b

3 ft.

20 ft.

1 ft.

6 ft.

Fast

Columnar,Irregular

5 ft.

Low to Moderate

Slightly Acidic (6.0 to 6.4),Neutral (6.5 to 7.5),Slightly Alkaline (7.6 to 8.0)

Low

Full

Accent,Specimen,Xeriscaping/Water-Wise

White

Deer,Rabbit

Cold Conditions,Drought,Dry Conditions,Frost,Heat,Insect Resistant,Wind

Spring,Summer,Fall

Late Spring (June),Mid-Summer (July-August)

Yes

Loamy,Perlite,Rocky,Sandy,Well Drained

Crested Variegated San Pedro Cactus

'Cristata Variegata'

Courtyards and Patios,Container,Entryway,Rock Wall,Small Spaces

Contemporary Garden,Desert Garden,Drought Tolerant Garden,Succulent Garden

Cristata Variegata

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