Lophophora diffusa

No, true peyote is the species Lophophora williamsii, whereas Lophophora diffusa is a related but distinct species. While both are spineless and contain psychoactive alkaloids, Lophophora diffusa lacks the high concentrations of mescaline found in true peyote.

Lophophora diffusa is a spineless cactus notable for its yellowish-green, softly textured tubercles. Instead of distinct vertical ribs like its cousin, it has a more irregular, wavy surface.

This specific cactus is strictly endemic to the state of Querétaro in Mexico. It grows hidden under the shade of desert shrubs in its native habitat.

While Lophophora diffusa does contain psychoactive alkaloids, it primarily contains pellotine rather than the potent mescaline found in Lophophora williamsii. This makes it historically less effective for traditional indigenous psychedelic use.