1 Lophophora fricii Cactus Plant – 3 to 4 cm Diameter | False Peyote Species

Introduction / Product Overview

Lophophora fricii, known as false peyote, enchants collectors, succulent growers, and Lophophora enthusiasts with its compact button form and prolific pink flowering from the Chihuahuan Desert region. This 3 to 4 cm diameter mature specimen captures the species’ essence at peak development, ideal for those building diverse collections alongside williamsii variants. Distinct for its clustering tendency and magenta blooms, it represents authentic L. fricii characteristics in rare cactus assortments.

What’s Included in the Package

• 1 live Lophophora fricii cactus plant, 3 to 4 cm in diameter.

• Bare-root with protective root wrap and moisture retainer.

• Species identification label with size and care guidelines.

• Discreet, padded shipping box equipped with tracking.

Plant Size, Age & Growth Stage Explained

A 3 to 4 cm diameter signals maturity, typically 4-6 years from seed, with defined ribs and clustering initiation. Growth moderates to 1 cm annually, emphasizing pup production and repeated blooming over solitary expansion. Natural variations ensure robust, field-like specimens from nursery growth.

Botanical & Physical Characteristics

• Species & Taxonomy: Lophophora fricii Habermann; common names false peyote; family Cactaceae.

• Form & Structure: Globular to slightly flattened with 8-12 pronounced ribs, woolly spineless areoles.

• Root System: Taproot with fibrous laterals for limestone soil adaptation.

• Color & Texture: Bluish-gray to gray-green epidermis, soft waxy feel.

• Special Features: Large pink to magenta flowers in spring-summer, club-shaped fruits with black seeds.

Cultivation & Care Overview

Expose to bright indirect light or partial sun for optimal L. fricii care, rotating for uniform growth. Plant in gritty, limestone-amended cactus soil; water every 2-3 weeks in growth period, dry winter rest. Sustain 70-90°F days and 50°F+ nights with low humidity—clusters well in wide shallow pots.

Benefits & Use Cases

This species adds vibrant floral displays and clustering beauty to rock gardens, trays, or shelves, delighting bloom enthusiasts. Excels in seed harvesting and pup division for propagation. Educationally contrasts with true peyote, essential for comprehensive Lophophora study collections.

Ethical Sourcing & Quality Assurance

Seed-propagated in sustainable nurseries from Mexican desert lineages, protecting wild populations. Each plant vetted for health, rib clarity, and vigor prior to selection. Live arrival viability assured through premium handling.

Shipping, Handling & Live Arrival Information

Bare-root shipping in insulated, reinforced packaging via tracked service delivers in 3-10 days domestically or 7-21 internationally. Discreet and weather-monitored. Live arrival guarantee covers free replacements for transit issues.

Legal & Compliance Disclaimer

This Lophophora fricii is sold strictly for ornamental, horticultural, or educational/research purposes only. Buyers assume full responsibility to research and comply with all applicable local, national, and international laws regarding purchase, possession, and cultivation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is L. fricii legal to cultivate?
Offered for ornamental purposes; verify local regulations.

How clustering does it become?
Forms dense clumps of 10+ heads over time with proper care.

What shipping protections apply?
Bare-root, padded, tracked with replacement policy.

When does it first flower?
Mature plants bloom reliably in their first season.

Call to Action

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