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William Baker
Description
“William Baker” is a Trichocereus clone highly regarded for its robust, sturdy growth habit. It is widely identified within the community as a Trichocereus huanucoensis phenotype, characterized by its thick stems and strong constitution.
History & Origin
This clone traces back to the late botanist and nurseryman Bill (William) Baker (1959–2009), who operated a nursery in Reseda, California. The plant was originally collected for William Baker by Julio Cruz in Murillo, Bolivia (recorded in collection notes as “Murrillo, Jayuri province, Bolivia”). It shares its origin pedigree with other notable “Baker” clones, including the bridgesii clone BAKER5452.
Cultivation Notes
This clone is noted for being exceptionally hardy and vigorous. Cultivators report that it is a sturdy grower capable of active growth through colder winter months. It exhibits strong pupping behavior, occasionally pushing new pups even before cuttings have fully established root systems.
Community Discussion & Citations
The community discussion primarily focuses on clarifying the origin of the clone, resolving confusion between different individuals named “Baker” in the cactus community, and establishing its collection details.
| Date | Speaker | Confidence Score | Key Insight/Quote |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 (approx) | Will Tomlinson | 9 | “Collected for William Baker by Julio Cruz in Murrillo,Jayuri province,Bolivia.” |
| 2025 (approx) | George Huang | 8 | “it is the same Baker as bridgesii 5452. Bill is short for William, and both plants trace back to botanist/nurseryman Bill Baker (1959–2009) who had a Resda, CA nursery.” |
| 2021 (approx) | Todd Keller | 7 | “One of the best huanus.” |
| 2021 (approx) | Kevin Sansalone | 7 | “It's grown to be one of my favorites. And it's such a sturdy plant, grew right thru winter and pushed a pup before it had even rooted!” |
Credibility Notes
Will Tomlinson provided highly specific, verifiable collection locality and collector data, earning a high confidence score. George Huang provided crucial historical context linking the clone to Bill Baker's California nursery and clarifying the connection to the BAKER5452 clone, correcting prior community misconceptions. Todd Keller and Kevin Sansalone provided consistent, firsthand observations regarding the clone's taxonomy and growth habits.
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