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Columnar Cacti

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xPachgerocereus

A naturally occuring hybrid between Pachycereus and Bergerocactus. Mexico, Baja, south of El Rosario. Discovered by Mr. Orcutts guide a little distance off the trail near Rosario Baja, May 1886. Fruits do contain viable seeds. Old photos used with permission, CSSA journal July-Aug; 1950
xPachgerocereus orcuttii
xPachgerocereus orcuttii form 1;
This form seems to more resemble Bergerocactus than form 2.
xPachgerocereus orcuttii
xPachgerocereus orcuttii form 2;
This form seems closer to Pachycereus

Mr. C.R.Orcutt with type plant 1905. A branch taken from habitat and planted in his garden at 21st and J Streets San Diego, CA.

Senora Anita G. Espinoza holding a cutting of P. orcuttii rediscovered in 1965 near El Rosario Baja CA. Mexico near her restaurant.

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