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San Pedro Cactus

Echinopsis pachanoi, Cactaceae

Zones
8–11
Layer
Shrub
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Trellis

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (optimal)

Water

Low

Soil pH

6 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Pencil CactusEuphorbia tirucalli
Wind ProtectionNurse Plant
Elephant BushPortulacaria afra
Nurse PlantShade Provision
Desert SageSalvia dorrii
Pest DeterrentNurse Plant

Antagonistic Plants

Holy BasilOcimum tenuiflorum

San Pedro cactus contains alkaloids that can negatively affect sensitive herbs like holy basil

Uses

Functions

OrnamentalMedicine

Common Questions

What zones does San Pedro Cactus grow in?

San Pedro Cactus grows in USDA hardiness zones 8 through 11.

What are good companion plants for San Pedro Cactus?

Good companions for San Pedro Cactus include Pencil Cactus, Elephant Bush, Desert Sage.

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