#EC44 EXACT Trichocereus Bridgesii "Jiimz Strong Spine" Cactus

  Trichocereus Bridgesii "Jiimz Strong Spine" cactus specimen. Two options, either a cutting or potted available. These Bridgesiis are named "Strong Spines" per their distictive and consistently thick grouping of spines.  Spine counts tend to range from 3-5.  Great strain of Bridgesii, they grow thick and tend to have a rounder/fuller head.  Even here in southern California though, these guys can still develop various viral and fungal issues that tend to be common amongst Bridgesii.  Humidity, excessive moisture, damage, and stress can all trigger symptoms. At our nursery, 99% of the time they will naturally heal, with the black area turning to a regular cactus scar color over a few months. Many collectors across the country where they have to control their growing environment and season may use various anyi fungal/viral treatments.  On very rare occasions we will take a knife to an area that is spreading/not healing and cut damaged tissue away and allow air movement and sun to help wi