Bolivian Torch (Trichocereus bridgesii) Cactus Cutting
Echinopsis lageniformis, formerly Trichocereus bridgesii and commonly known as the Bolivian Torch Cactus is a fast-growing columnar cactus native to the high deserts of Bolivia. In habitat it is rare to find, occurring primarily at altitudes of 2,000 and 3,000 metres above sea level, on rocky cliffs alongside rivers in the La Paz valley.
Choose your size between top or mid-cut before adding to cart. All cuttings are taken from 25+ year-old seed-grown plants.
Additional Information
The Bolivian Torch Cactus, scientifically known as Echinopsis lageniformis, is still commonly referred to by its old scientific nameTrichocereus bridgesii, particularly in cultivation. The Bolivian Torch cactus has a rich and long history of cultural significance to Bolivia's indigenous population, sometimes called achuma or wachuma - although this name is often also used to refer to the closely related species of cactus Echinopsis pachanoi.
In cultivation, this species of cactus has two unique and highly sought-after forms:
TBM, which stands for Trichocereus Bridgesii Var. Montrose, which goes by the slightly rude common name “The Penis Cactus” because, well, it really does look like one;
The Cactus of the Four Winds, is a unique 4-ribbed version of the Bolivian Torch. The indigenous people of Bolivia placed a spiritual significance on the four cardinal points (North, East, South, West) and so this four-ribbed cactus was seen as particularly special.
This product is for the normal 6-ribbed form of the species. All cuttings are taken from mother plants that are over 25 years old. Some cactus may arrive with natural blemishes from years of growth in the elements.
We sell this particular cactus in one popular cutting size, ranging from 30-40cm.
