Pilosocereus Magnificus (Facheiro)

Pilosocereus magnificus
Common Name: Facheiro

Pilosocereus magnificus is a Brazilian columnar cactus known for its intensely glaucous, light-blue stems and contrasting golden-yellow to brownish spines. Its upright stems develop 6–10 prominent ribs and can branch from the base as the plant matures. Older flowering portions develop longer white hairs, adding another distinctive feature to mature specimens. 

☀ Light: Bright light to full sun

💧 Water: Water when soil is completely dry

🌡 Cold: Protect from frost

✨ Highlights

• Intensely glaucous blue stems
• Golden-yellow to brownish spines
• Develops white hairs around mature flowering areas
• Endemic to Minas Gerais, Brazil

This cactus will ship bare root and will be ready to place directly in a well draining soil mix like our Custom Cactus Mix.

Photos in the listings unless otherwise specified are representative of the plant that will be sent to you.
However, Plants grow differently and each plant may vary slightly in shape, size, growth pattern, etc.
Of course, if you receive a plant that you are dissatisfied with please reach out to us. We want to make it right!

If temperatures near you are below 45℉ we highly recommend adding a Heat Pack to your order.
If temperatures where you live will be much lower than 20℉ even heat packs may not work. You may consider waiting until things warm up a bit. We know you love your plants just like we do and we wouldn't want any of them to freeze.