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Pachycereus Schottii

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Survivor

Also known as

Pachycereus Schottii, senita cactus, Pachycereus schottii and Lophocereus schottii.

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Lophocereus schottii

Genus

Lophocereus

Family

Cactaceae

Order

Caryophyllales

How to care for Pachycereus Schottii

💦 Water

How often to water your Pachycereus Schottii

Pachycereus Schottii needs 0.5 cups of water every 12 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
12

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Pachycereus Schottii in your home

Pachycereus Schottii love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Pachycereus Schottii does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Pachycereus Schottii in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Pachycereus Schottii

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Pachycereus Schottii: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Pachycereus Schottii after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

💦 Water Needs

Pachycereus Schottii thrives in dry soil and should be watered sparingly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

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☀️ Sunlight Needs

Pachycereus Schottii requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

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🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Pachycereus Schottii is not known to cause harm to humans or pets. Regardless, if you, a family member, a cat, or dog has ingested any plant material, please consult a doctor or a veterinarian.

🌸 Flowers

Pachycereus Schottii produces flowers in the wild, but does not flower when kept as houseplants.

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⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Pachycereus Schottii grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.

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🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Pachycereus Schottii can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 9a-11b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

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🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.

😖 Common Issues

Overwatering is a likely cause of issues with Pachycereus Schottii. These plants are very sensitive to wet soil so if you notice your plant becoming squishy or translucent, overwatering is the likely culprit.

Cut your plant just past where the rot ends and allow it to callus over for a few days before replanting it in fresh, dry soil. Download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!