Trichocereus, Echinopsis peruvianus PERUVIAN TORCH (10 seeds)

Peruvian torch (Echinopsis peruviana) is a South American cactus found particularly in Peru.
It has a columnar shape and can reach up to six meters in height at adult size in its native country.

Its flowers are white, highly fragrant, and open only at night.

Its fruit is red and contains the seeds within its pulp.

Peruvian torch seeds come from Trichocereus peruvianus; they are small, round, and black.

Botanical History:

A Mineral Aesthetic and a Slender Habit

Sowing these seeds offered by Ethnoplants gives succulent enthusiasts the opportunity to grow one of the most graphic cacti of the Andes mountain range.
The Peruvian torch (Echinopsis peruviana) stands out with its fascinating glaucous blue epidermis, a rare shade that brings a metallic and exotic dimension to dry gardens or contemporary greenhouses.
Its columnar silhouette, both slender and robust, allows for structuring plant spaces with architectural elegance highly sought after by landscapers.

A Spectacular and Fragrant Nocturnal Bloom

Beyond its sculptural appearance, this cactus holds a major surprise upon maturity: the appearance of monumental flowers.
These pure white corollas bloom exclusively at nightfall, releasing a sweet fragrance to attract nocturnal pollinators.
Easy to acclimate and undemanding, the Peruvian torch adapts to various environments, making it an ideal collector's piece for both beginners and experienced cactus enthusiasts wishing to enrich their domestic biodiversity.

An Exceptional Botanical Heritage

Native to the Andean highlands, this remarkable specimen is a rarity highly prized by South American botany enthusiasts.
Its unique habit and history within Andean ecosystems make it a must-have collector's piece for specialized greenhouses.
Cultivating these specimens at Ethnoplants actively contributes to preserving biodiversity and supporting a succulent plant collection of great heritage value.  

A Collector's Piece for Specialized Spaces

Due to the rarity of its development and the specificity of its cultivation, this columnar cactus is exclusively offered for ornamental and botanical study purposes within private collections.
As a matter of good horticultural sense, this exceptional specimen is cultivated with respect for the requirements of collection cacti.

Germination and Seed Sowing:

• The period to sow the Peruvian torch is in June, when temperatures are warm enough.
• Sow the seeds in an equal mix of potting soil and fine sand.
• Cover them with 2 to 3 millimeters of substrate.
• Water the culture gently with a spray bottle.
• Place it in a warm, humid place, in a greenhouse for example.
• Germination generally occurs 2 to 4 weeks after planting.

Rapid growth.
Produces very beautiful flowering.
Reproducible and untreated seeds.