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Oscar
Description
Oscar is a *Trichocereus pachanoi* clone known for its strong tendency to mutate, exhibiting both crested and monstrous growth forms. While it can grow tall, upright stems, it frequently produces highly irregular, mutated growth sectors.
History & Origin
The clone was originally acquired by the breeder Misplant through a forum trade many years ago. It is often associated with the clone “Olivia”; however, they are distinct genetic individuals, as evidenced by the fact that they have been successfully crossed with one another. Oscar has been utilized extensively in hybrid breeding by Misplant, including crosses such as *T. chalaensis* x *T. pachanoi* “Oscar”.
Cultivation Notes
If Oscar grows too tall, topping the primary upright stems can be used as a cultivation strategy. Pruning the dominant tall stems has been shown to successfully stimulate and force new bud development across the crested and monstrous sections of the plant.
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