papacactus

The Lophophora : this cactus has been much written about, amazing cactus already used by the Aztecs as a hallucinogen in religious ceremonies.
The genus contains two species (Williamsii and Diffusa) and a multitude of sub - species

Geographical distribution of the genus is Texas and Mexico. Their habitats : in the plains in sandy alluvium, on plateau in the shadow of bushes or in the bed of a dry river etc..

CULTIVATION some skill is required a mineral soil containing limestone gravel, water carefully during sunny periods and good brightness. In winter a total drought and a temperature of + / - 5 ° and patience because they do not grow fast!