| Cut the top 3-4cm (1-2 inches) from the myrtillo (stock plant). Don't cut too low down as the younger growth is the best. |
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| Chamfer off the top edges of the stock. |
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| Cut the Peyote just above soil level if using a rooted plant (cutting at this height will leave enough of the plant to send out new buds). |
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| Place the cut button on top of stock and align the vascular circles. Gently push down on top of the peyote button to remove any air. |
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Secure with rubber bands ...   |
| ... or another good method is to put a pad of tissue paper on top of the cactus then secure with electrical tape. |
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| Place in a warm, humid and shady place for 3 to 4 days. Remove the bands and place back into sun. Treat like any other plant. |
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Important Inside the cut surface of each cactus you will see the vascular rings, they are quite obvious small white circles in the centre. These must touch each other for a successful union. (They do not have to be exactly aligned, just need to touch.) See vascular rings illustration (new window).
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Successful grafts   |
