How to Care for Lophophora williamsii (Peyote)

Korean name: 로포포라(오우옥)

Lophophora is a small, round cactus characterized by distinct ribs and small woolly bumps on its surface. It is mainly grown as an ornamental plant, with very slow growth and the ability to thrive indoors.

Key facts

• Category: Cactus
• Difficulty: Moderate
• Where to keep: indoors
• Native to: Mexico
• Growth rate: Slow
• Pets: Toxic, so keep it well away from pets and children.
• Traits: ornamental, slow growth, cactus, dry conditions
• Also known as: Peyote, Lophophora Cactus

Care Guide

• Light: Prefers bright, indirect light.
• Watering: Water only when the soil is completely dry.
• Soil: Well-draining cactus soil is suitable.
• Humidity: Prefers dry conditions.
• Temperature: 18~27°C
• Fertilizer: Apply cactus fertilizer once a month during the growing season.

Common questions

How often should you water Lophophora williamsii?

Water only when the soil is completely dry. Roughly every 14 days is the baseline; adjust for the season and the spot it sits in.

Where should you keep Lophophora williamsii?

It likes Prefers bright, indirect light.. You can grow it indoors. Use Well-draining cactus soil is suitable..

Is Lophophora williamsii safe around pets?

Toxic, so keep it well away from pets and children.

Is Lophophora williamsii good for beginners?

Difficulty: Moderate. Keep it around 18~27°C. Humidity: Prefers dry conditions.. Fertilise Apply cactus fertilizer once a month during the growing season..