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Blue Magoo
Description
*Trichocereus* 'Blue Magoo' (WG005) is noted for its striking glaucous blue epidermis, particularly prominent on new growth and pups. Mature stands of this clone are reported to reach impressive heights of up to 15 feet. It features larger spines, though specific details on their length or color are not provided in the available information. The rib count is currently undocumented.
History & Origin
The 'Blue Magoo' clone, designated WG005, was formally introduced to the community by Willy Good in November 2019 via the “Pokemon auction page.” According to Willy Good, the clone was recently acquired through a landscaping project. Its original owner had reportedly picked it up at a yard sale approximately 15 years prior to its 2019 introduction, placing its initial acquisition around 2004. The original owner had propagated and grown the cactus for many years without releasing any cuts until its public debut in 2019.
Cultivation Notes
The original owner successfully propagated and grew out this clone for an extended period, suggesting it is a robust and amenable plant for cultivation and propagation. No specific cultivation requirements beyond general *Trichocereus* care are detailed in the provided information.
Community Discussion & Citations
Analysis of the provided discussion.
| Date | Speaker | Confidence Score | Key Insight/Quote |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-08-03 (approx) | Lawrence Smith | 10 | “Introduced by Willy Good in November 2019 on the Pokemon auction page, he said ”“BLUE MAGOO”“ (WG005) Backstory: This clone was recently acquired through a landscaping gig. It was originally picked up by the owner at a yard sale approximately 15yrs ago. No cuts had been let go until now. She's just been propagating it and growing them out. Mature stands are up to 15ft tall so far & have larger spines. Pups and new growth put on some beautiful blues & i find myself staring at them all the time! Take advantage of this 1st wave of release into the community!!!” |
| 2019-11 (approx) | Willy Good (as quoted by Lawrence Smith) | 9 | “This clone was recently acquired through a landscaping gig. It was originally picked up by the owner at a yard sale approximately 15yrs ago. No cuts had been let go until now. She's just been propagating it and growing them out. Mature stands are up to 15ft tall so far & have larger spines. Pups and new growth put on some beautiful blues & i find myself staring at them all the time! Take advantage of this 1st wave of release into the community!!!” |
Credibility Notes
Lawrence Smith is rated with a 10/10 confidence score due to being designated as a high-confidence expert by the user. Willy Good's information, as directly quoted and relayed by Lawrence Smith, is considered highly credible (9/10) as it represents the primary source for the clone's origin and initial characteristics, communicated through a trusted expert.
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