Lophophora williamsii var. Big Bend (Texas Peyote) Seeds | Fresh Harvest, 95%+ Viability

Introduction / Product Overview

Revive the legendary Lophophora williamsii var. Big Bend from Texas’ Big Bend region with our fresh, viable seeds. Perfect for hardy cultivators, conservationists, and enthusiasts aiming to propagate the northernmost, most resilient peyote strain. These Lophophora williamsii var. Big Bend seeds enable you to grow from seed plants famed for extreme temperature tolerance, now critically rare in the wild.

What’s Included in Your Order

• Fresh seeds sealed in a protective, labeled viability packet with moisture barrier and harvest date.

• Detailed germination guide (digital PDF emailed instantly + printed mini-guide in package).

Seed Source, Viability & Genetics Explained

Ethically produced from ex-situ mother plants preserving Big Bend National Park genetics, where wild populations have dwindled or vanished. Freshly harvested within 3 months and lab-tested at 95%+ viability, these seeds retain the variety’s hardy, slow-growing solitary form with pink-white flowers. Germination typically 80-95%, enhanced by hot/humid starts but influenced by cold tolerance breeding.

Botanical & Seed Characteristics

• Species & Origin: Lophophora williamsii var. Big Bend, Big Bend National Park, Brewster County, Texas, USA.

• Seed Appearance: Very small (0.8-1.5mm), black-brown, hard glossy coat.

• Dormancy: Minimal; hot water soak recommended for best northern strain results.

• Storage Advice: Cool fridge storage (4-10°C) in packet, dry/dark—viable 2+ years.

Germination & Cultivation Guide

Recommended Method

Big Bend Hardy Tek: hot/humid germ, then dry/cold harden.

Substrate & Sowing

Sandy/gritty cactus mix with limestone amendment; surface sow, good airflow.

Environment

28-35°C germination, bright light, dome humidity; later -10°C tolerant.

Timeline

10-25 days sprout; slow juvenile growth, frost-ready year 1.

Aftercare

Reduce humidity post-sprout, sparse winter water, full sun acclimation.

Benefits & Use Cases

• Propagation & Cultivation: Breed the toughest peyote for outdoor trials.

• Genetic Preservation: Ex-situ lifeline for extinct-in-wild Texas stock.

• Educational Value: Study cold/heat extremes in peyote evolution.

• Cost-Effectiveness: Seeds yield heat/frost-proof plants cheaply.

Ethical Sourcing & Quality Assurance

Nursery-cultivated to protect vanishing Big Bend habitat. Rigorous viability/purity tests per batch. 30-day DOA replacement ensures confidence.

Shipping, Handling & Delivery Guarantee

Discreet, climate-controlled seed envelopes. 1-2 day global dispatch, tracked. Mailbox delivery guaranteed—free reship.

Legal & Compliance Disclaimer

These seeds are sold for botanical collection, horticultural propagation, and educational/research purposes only in jurisdictions where possession is legal. It is the buyer’s sole responsibility to investigate and comply with all local, national, and international laws regarding the purchase and import of these seeds.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is your germination rate? 80-95% with hot/humid method; cold snaps irrelevant post-germ.

• How should I store seeds before planting? Fridge dry, sow spring for Big Bend mimicry.

• Do you ship to my country? International yes; confirm laws/terms first.

• What is the growth rate after germination? Very slow—tiny year 1, mature 5-8 years, ultra-hardy.

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