Botanical Registry
San Pedro
Common Name: Echinopsis pachanoi — San Pedro (Huachuma)
Overview
San Pedro, also known as Huachuma, is the sacred cactus. While primarily associated with Andean traditions stretching back thousands of years, it is also known and used within Amazonian practice.
The Dieta
San Pedro heals spirit and body, offering insights, purpose, and heightened self-connection. The experience is often described as solar and expansive — complementary to the lunar, introspective nature of Ayahuasca ceremony.
Botanical Notes
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Echinopsis pachanoi |
| Also Known As | Huachuma, Wachuma |
| Tradition | Andean (primary), Broader Amazonian |
| Classification | Mayor — primarily Andean tradition |
| Profile Status | Summary — expanded profile in progress |