{"product_id":"pilosocereus-pachycladus-variegata-very-rare-53-tall-wish-list","title":"Pilosocereus Pachycladus variegata - Very Rare - 53\" Tall!!  Wish List!","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePilosocereus Pachycladus variegata - Very Rare - BIG!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis is the only the second time we've ever seen a very old variegated Pilo Pachy and this one is a stunner! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eYou will receive the exact stunning specimen shown here.\u003cbr\u003eMeasures 53\" tall above the soil line.  Gorgeous variegation.\u003cbr\u003eRoots as shown.\u003cbr\u003eShowcased here in one-of-a-kind handmade pottery (sold separately).\u003cbr\u003eThis is a HUGE specimen and will be a little expensive to ship.\u003cbr\u003eWill be shipped bare root.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .25in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePilosocereus pachycladus variegata also known as the Variegated Blue Torch Cactus,\u003cspan\u003e is a rare and striking form of the Blue Torch Cactus, known for its marbled pattern of vibrant yellow and green on the classic powdery blue stem. This variegated variety is a sought-after collectible for cactus enthusiasts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"uJ19be notranslate\" data-wiz-uids=\"t5frSb_e,t5frSb_f\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"vKEkVd\" data-animation-atomic=\"\" data-sae=\"\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .25in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\" style=\"margin-top: 0in;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eColumnar Growth: It grows as a columnar cactus, often developing multiple branching arms as it matures, resembling a miniature Saguaro.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eBlue-Green Stems: The stems are a beautiful glaucous (bluish-gray) olive color when young, which intensifies into a vibrant blue with age and sufficient light exposure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eRibs and Spines: The stems have pronounced ribs, each adorned with regularly spaced, creamy white areoles from which long, coppery yellow spines emerge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eFlowers: It produces showy, white flowers, often with greenish-red outer parts, that bloom during the summer or late spring to early summer, typically at night.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eFruit: The flowers develop into attractive globular, reddish-purple fruits. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .25in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eOrigin and Habitat:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\" style=\"margin-top: 0in;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l3 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eNative to Brazil: Pilosocereus pachycladus is native to Brazil, specifically the caatinga region, a dry desert shrubland.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l3 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eDrought and Heat Tolerant: It is well-adapted to hot and dry conditions, tolerating high temperatures and extreme moisture fluctuations. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .25in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCare and Cultivation:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\" style=\"margin-top: 0in;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eLight: Needs bright sunlight, ideally 4-6 hours of direct sunlight daily. When growing indoors, place it on a south- or west-facing windowsill or under a grow light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWatering: Water infrequently using the \"soak and dry\" technique, allowing the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Reduce watering significantly during the winter dormant season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSoil: Prefers well-draining cactus and succulent soil mixes, preferably slightly acidic to neutral (6-7 pH). You can improve drainage by adding perlite or sand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eFertilizing: Requires minimal fertilization. A small amount of low-nitrogen, high-phosphorus fertilizer (e.g., 5-10-5) applied once a year in spring is sufficient.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eTemperature: Thrives in warm temperatures, ideally between 75-90\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Cambria Math',serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Cambria Math';\"\u003e℉\u003c\/span\u003e (25-32\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Cambria Math',serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Cambria Math';\"\u003e℃\u003c\/span\u003e). It cannot tolerate hard frosts or temperatures below 50\u003cspan style=\"mso-ascii-font-family: Aptos; mso-hansi-font-family: Aptos; mso-bidi-font-family: Aptos;\"\u003e˚\u003c\/span\u003eF (10\u003cspan style=\"mso-ascii-font-family: Aptos; mso-hansi-font-family: Aptos; mso-bidi-font-family: Aptos;\"\u003e˚\u003c\/span\u003eC).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eHardiness Zones: Can be grown outdoors in USDA hardiness zones 9, 10, and 11.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePropagation: Easily propagated by stem cuttings. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .25in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eOther Information:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\" style=\"margin-top: 0in;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCommon Names: Also known as the Blue Torch Cactus, Blue Columnar Cactus, or Tree Cactus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSize: Can reach a height of 33 feet in its native habitat but typically grows to a more manageable size of 10-20 feet tall in cultivation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eGrowth Rate: Grows at a slow rate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eNon-Toxic: Safe for humans and pets, but the spines can cause injury.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eMedicinal Uses: Believed to have traditional medicinal uses for various conditions, including fever, inflammation, and pain. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .25in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eNote: While often referred to as \"Pilosocereus azureus\", Pilosocereus pachycladus is the currently recognized botanical name for this species.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shangri-Ha Cactus Ranch","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47973488984303,"sku":"CAC540B","price":1495.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/5014\/5519\/files\/PilosocereusPachycladusvariegata-VeryRare-53Tall_WishList_-PrivateCollection0312261d.jpg?v=1773335320","url":"https:\/\/shangrihacactusranch.com\/products\/pilosocereus-pachycladus-variegata-very-rare-53-tall-wish-list","provider":"Shangri-Ha Cactus Ranch","version":"1.0","type":"link"}