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Bolivian torch cactus
Trichocereus bridgesii
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Echinopsis lageniformis (syn. Trichocereus bridgesii), the Bolivian torch cactus, is a fast-growing columnar cactus from the high deserts of Bolivia. Among the indigenous populations of Bolivia, it is sometimes called achuma or wachuma, although these names are also applied to related species such as Echinopsis pachanoi which are also used for their psychedelic effects.
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Recent sightings near La Paz
Research-grade observations within 25 km, newest first.
- Sep 14, 2026FW6J+PJC, La Paz, BoliviaObserver: Alejandra Camila Alcons SallucoView observation from Sep 14, 2026 on iNaturalist
- Apr 28, 2026Macrodistrito Sur, La Paz, BoliviaObserver: Donovan OsorioView observation from Apr 28, 2026 on iNaturalist
- Apr 28, 2026Macrodistrito Sur, La Paz, BoliviaObserver: davinia_cibaView observation from Apr 28, 2026 on iNaturalist
- Apr 27, 2026Macrodistrito Sur, La Paz, BoliviaObserver: Roby Osina GonzalesView observation from Apr 27, 2026 on iNaturalist
- Apr 27, 2026Meseta de Achumani, La Paz, BoliviaObserver: Roby Osina GonzalesView observation from Apr 27, 2026 on iNaturalist
- Apr 27, 2026Macrodistrito Mallasa, La Paz, BoliviaObserver: Vicenta C.View observation from Apr 27, 2026 on iNaturalist