Sheridan x Wairoa (Yearlings)

Sheridan

A New Zealand Cultivar of the San Pedro Cactus

The term "cactus CV. 'Sheridan'" refers to a specific cultivar of Trichocereus Pachanoi, a species commonly known as the San Pedro cactus. The "CV." is an abbreviation for cultivar, signifying that 'Sheridan' is a selectively propagated variety with distinct characteristics.

This particular cultivar originates from New Zealand and is often associated with the grower Ross Gurau, who is known for cultivating a number of Trichocereus varieties. 'Sheridan' is recognized within cactus enthusiast communities and is available commercially, typically as seedlings or cuttings.

While specific morphological details of the 'Sheridan' cultivar are not extensively documented in readily available literature, it is generally characterized as a fast-growing and hardy member of the Trichocereus Pachanoi species. Like other San Pedro cacti, it is a columnar cactus with vertical ribs and spines.

'Sheridan' is also utilized in hybridization projects, where it is cross-pollinated with other Trichocereus cultivars to create new hybrid seedlings. These hybrids may exhibit a combination of traits from the parent plants.

In summary, 'Sheridan' is not a distinct species of cactus but rather a named cultivar of Trichocereus Pachanoi with a heritage rooted in New Zealand's cactus cultivation scene.

"Wairoa";

A specific cultivar of Trichocereus Peruvianus (a type of cactus) that originated from Ross Gurau's garden in New Zealand.

Ross Gurau is known in the Trichocereus community for cultivating and naming various cactus clones. Some of his other named clones include Church Hill, Sheridan, Decosta, Dane, Weka, Guru, Zephyr, Gissy, and Uawa, in addition to Wairoa.

Information about the specific origins and detailed history of Ross Gurau's collection, including Wairoa, can be somewhat limited, even within dedicated online communities like the "Trichocereus Origin & History Facebook group." However, it's mentioned that Ross Gurau is active on Facebook, suggesting direct contact might be a way to gain more information about his specific clones.