A cousin to San Pedro the Peruvian torch cactus is also a fast growing cactus. It is said to have a much higher alkaloid content than San Pedro. Sow seeds (same as San Pedro) by placing on top of a soil and top dressing the soil with a coating of more soil. They should receive shaded light or fluorescent light for the first 6-12 months then full sun may be provided. The humidity for germination should be around 70-80 % this can be created using a small terrarium. This cactus will grow fast doub ...(more)