Vanilla Flower

“Vanilla Flower” is a Trichocereus clone closely associated with the “Tom Juul's Giant” (T. pachanoi) group. While specific morphological details such as exact rib count and spine length are not fully detailed in the community discussion, it is distinguished primarily by its floral characteristics. True to its name, the clone is reported to produce flowers with a distinct vanilla scent, separating it from standard non-scented or differently scented Tom Juul's Giant specimens.

The clone was distributed by the eBay seller known as “Kakster”. Its historical background is tied to the archives of Sasha Shulgin. In a recorded talk regarding cacti, Shulgin noted that there are two distinct forms of “Tom Juul's Giant”—a “Vanilla” and a “Non-Vanilla” variant—distinguished by the fragrance of their blooms. Attempts by growers to contact Kakster via eBay for further origin details have been unsuccessful due to platform communication limitations. Interest in the clone's pedigree remains active, with community members continuing to seek updates on its lineage as recently as 2026.

Cultivation reports indicate that the clone can be successfully propagated via grafting. Grower James Buchanan noted saving a rotting two-inch tip by grafting it, demonstrating the clone's resilience when grafted. Otherwise, standard Trichocereus pachanoi cultivation practices apply: well-draining soil, deep but infrequent watering during the growing season, and protection from hard freezes.