Octive x NZ Blue (Yearlings)

Octive:

This may be a relatively new cultivar as I am unable to locate any good intel. Please reach out to seedgrowncacti@gmail.com if you have any information you care to share with the community.

'NZ Blue'"

Is a highly sought-after cultivar within the Trichocereus genus, particularly valued for its striking blue coloration. Here's a breakdown of what's known about it:

Origin and Characteristics:
Origin: "NZ Blue" is a unique, long-spined Trichocereus pachanoi (San Pedro cactus) cultivar that originated from Ross Gurau in New Zealand. The "NZ" in its name refers to its New Zealand origin.

Appearance: As its name suggests, it's known for being one of the "bluest" Trichocereus plants, especially when grown in the right conditions. This blue hue is often a prominent feature, with newer growth sometimes appearing lighter blue. It features columnar stems, characteristic of Trichocereus pachanoi. Spines are generally sparse and can be short or longer depending on the specific specimen and growing conditions.

Growth: "NZ Blue" is noted as a fast grower and can achieve significant height and girth within a single growing season. Like other Trichocereus pachanoi, it can reach impressive mature heights, potentially several meters tall.
Flowering: While specific details on the flowers of "NZ Blue" are less commonly highlighted than its blue stem color, Trichocereus pachanoi typically produces large, white, nocturnal blooms.