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**Item #:** SCP-8342
**Object Class:** Euclid
Special Containment Procedures:
Specimens of SCP-8342 are to be contained within a standard desert flora greenhouse at Site-██. The greenhouse is to remain at a temperature of 30–40°C with minimal humidity. No testing involving consumption of SCP-8342 fruit is permitted without approval from at least two Level 3 researchers. Personnel involved in consumption trials are to be designated SCP-8342-2.
Any SCP-8342 instances manifesting outside containment are to be uprooted, transported in sealed containers, and replaced with indistinguishable non-anomalous Opuntia microdasys to prevent civilian suspicion. Mobile Task Force Kappa-9 (“Sandwalkers”) is assigned to monitor desert regions around Agadir, Morocco, where new growths have historically been reported.
**Description**:
SCP-8342 is a population of Opuntia microdasys (commonly known as bunny ear cactus) initially documented in the desert outskirts of Agadir, Morocco. Morphologically, SCP-8342**bold text** is indistinguishable from non-anomalous specimens.
The anomaly manifests when the fruit of SCP-8342 is consumed by a human subject. Within 15–30 minutes, the subject (designated SCP-8342-2) experiences one of two possible outcomes:
Hallucinatory Event (Probability: ~70%)
SCP-8342-2 reports vivid hallucinations of SCP-6374 instances. These hallucinations appear when blinking, turning their head, or otherwise entering a new field of vision. Hallucinated cacti appear lifelike but vanish upon direct inspection or prolonged observation.
Materialization Event (Probability: ~30%)
Instead of hallucinations, SCP-8342-2 perceives additional cacti which then physically manifest in the environment. These instances display full root systems anchored to available surfaces, including concrete, metal, and flesh. Manifestations occur instantaneously and can range from a single plant to clusters of up to 15 specimens. All manifested plants are biologically identical to SCP-8342 and can themselves bear anomalous fruit after reaching maturity (~6 months).
Currently, it is impossible to distinguish SCP-8342 from non-anomalous Opuntia microdasys without testing fruit consumption.
**Addendum 8342-A**:
The first containment occurred in 20██ after reports from Agadir residents described “cacti appearing overnight inside houses.” Foundation agents recovered ██ anomalous specimens rooted into tiled floors, walls, and in one case, a domestic dog (canine did not survive extraction).
**Addendum 8342-B** — Experiment Log (Excerpt):
**Test 8342-07**
**Subject**: D-Class Personnel D-8821
Procedure: Consumption of one fruit.
Result: Materialization event. Four SCP-6374 specimens manifested across the testing chamber, including one rooted to ceiling fixtures. Extraction required full disassembly of lighting equipment.
**Test 8342-11**
**Subject**: D-Class Personnel D-9910
Procedure: Consumption of two fruits in succession.
Result: Hallucinatory event followed by severe psychological distress. Subject reported an inability to differentiate between hallucinations and reality for 48 hours, requiring sedation.
Note: Research into potential memetic or hallucinogenic compounds within SCP-8342 fruit is ongoing.
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**Item #:** SCP-8342
**Object Class:** Euclid
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//The first recorded instance of SCP-8342, in possession of a local farmer (above).//
**Special Containment Procedures**:
Specimens of SCP-8342 are to be contained within a standard desert flora greenhouse at Site-██. The greenhouse is to remain at a temperature of 30–40°C with minimal humidity. No testing involving consumption of SCP-8342 fruit is permitted without approval from at least two Level 3 researchers. Personnel involved in consumption trials are to be designated SCP-8342-2.
Any SCP-8342 instances manifesting outside containment are to be uprooted, transported in sealed containers, and replaced with indistinguishable non-anomalous Opuntia microdasys to prevent civilian suspicion. Mobile Task Force Kappa-9 (“Sandwalkers”) is assigned to monitor desert regions around Agadir, Morocco, where new growths have historically been reported.
Note: Containment is straightforward, but uncontrolled propagation in populated areas or ingestion of fruit could lead to extensive cognitive hazards.
**Description**:
SCP-8342 is a population of //Opuntia microdasys// (commonly known as //bunny ear cactus//) initially documented in the desert outskirts of Agadir, Morocco. Morphologically, SCP-8342 is indistinguishable from non-anomalous specimens.
The anomaly manifests when the fruit of SCP-8342 is consumed by a human subject. Within 15–30 minutes, the subject (designated SCP-8342-2) experiences one of two possible outcomes:
Hallucinatory Event (Probability: ~70%)
SCP-8342-2 reports vivid hallucinations of SCP-8342 instances. These hallucinations appear spontaneously when blinking, turning their head, or otherwise entering a new field of vision. Hallucinated cacti appear lifelike but vanish upon direct inspection or prolonged observation.
Materialization Event (Probability: ~30%)
Instead of hallucinations, SCP-8342-2 perceives additional cacti which then physically manifest in the environment. These instances display full root systems anchored to available surfaces, including concrete, metal, and flesh. Manifestations occur instantaneously and can range from a single plant to clusters of up to 15 specimens. All manifested plants are biologically identical to SCP-8342 and can themselves bear anomalous fruit after reaching maturity (~6 months).
Currently, it is impossible to distinguish SCP-8342 from non-anomalous //Opuntia microdasys// without testing fruit consumption.
Unlike non-anomalous specimens, SCP‑8342 exhibits behavior suggestive of directed propagation, seemingly “choosing” optimal locations for reproduction. Locals report sporadic appearances for decades, often dismissed as garden anomalies or misidentified flora. Furthermore, recent investigations suggest SCP-8342 had previously been idolized by a cult in ████. Archaeological evidence recovered from the cult site includes ritual diagrams depicting cactus growth overtaking human figures, charred remnants of ceremonial fruit offerings and accounts describing hallucinations consistent with SCP‑8342 exposure. SCP-8342 was described to be a God by cultists due to its ability to provide sustenance as well as its ability to 'sacrifices who and what it wills' via impalement.
The mechanism by which SCP‑8342 detects and targets fertile environments remains unknown. Observational evidence suggests the cactus may respond to cognitive stimuli from nearby humans or animals, implying a rudimentary form of sentient influence over growth and reproduction.
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**Addendum 8342-A**:
The first containment occurred in 20██ after reports from Agadir residents described “cacti appearing overnight inside houses.” Foundation agents recovered ██ anomalous specimens rooted into tiled floors, walls, and in one case, a domestic dog (canine did not survive extraction).
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**Addendum 8342-B — Experiment Log (Excerpt)**:
**Test 8342-07**
**Subject**: D-Class Personnel D-8821
Procedure: Consumption of one fruit.
Result: Materialization event. Four SCP-6374 specimens manifested across the testing chamber, including one rooted to ceiling fixtures. Extraction required full disassembly of lighting equipment.
**Test 8342-11**
**Subject**: D-Class Personnel D-9910
Procedure: Consumption of two fruits in succession.
Result: Hallucinatory event followed by //severe// psychological distress. Subject reported an inability to differentiate between hallucinations and reality for 48 hours, requiring sedation.
Note: Research into potential memetic or hallucinogenic compounds within SCP-8342 fruit is ongoing.
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**Addendum 8342-C**: Containment Breach Incident
Date: ██/██/20██
Location: Site-XX, Greenhouse Containment Chamber
Summary: During routine testing, Researcher ███████ attempted to graft SCP-8342 tissue onto baseline //Opuntia microdasys// for comparative growth analysis. Within 15 minutes, both specimens exhibited rapid pad detachment and uncontrolled rooting across the chamber floor.
By T+30 minutes, containment staff reported hallucinations of “hallways lined with cactus spines.” Shortly afterward, SCP-8342 pads began manifesting in adjacent corridors despite no physical vectors being observed.
Response: MTF Mu-4 deployed incendiary measures to sanitize affected corridors. Hallucinatory reports persisted for 48 hours post-sanitization, suggesting SCP-8342’s growth may partially exist in a cognitohazardous state prior to physical manifestation.
Casualties:
3 personnel injured by impalement wounds.
1 Class-D subject unaccounted for; presumed assimilated.
Containment procedures updated to prohibit grafting experiments.
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**Addendum 8342-D**: Residential Infestation Incident
Location: Rural villa on the outskirts of Agadir, Morocco
Date of Discovery: ██/██/20██
Incident Classification: █████
**Description**:
A previously unreported infestation of SCP-8342 was discovered in a rural villa located on the outskirts of Agadir, Morocco. The villa, situated in a remote area, exhibited extensive anomalous growth of SCP-8342 specimens throughout its interior.
**Incident Details**:
Upon initial investigation, Foundation personnel encountered numerous SCP-8342 specimens integrated into the villa's structure. These specimens had infiltrated through walls, ceilings, and floors, forming dense clusters that obstructed movement within the premises. Notably, a human skeleton was found impaled by multiple cactus pads, suggesting a violent interaction between the individual and the anomaly.
**Containment Measures**:
The villa has been designated as a high-priority containment site. All personnel involved in the investigation have undergone standard debriefing and psychological evaluation procedures. The area surrounding the villa has been secured, and local authorities have been provided with cover stories to prevent civilian interference.
**Note**: This incident underscores the potential for SCP-8342 to proliferate in uncontrolled environments. Further research is ongoing to determine the extent of its spread and the mechanisms behind its anomalous growth patterns.
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Excerpts of note:
Addendum 8342-B — Experiment Log (Excerpt):
Test 8342-07
Subject: D-Class Personnel D-8821
Procedure: Consumption of one fruit.
Result: Materialization event. Four SCP-6374 specimens manifested across the testing chamber, including one rooted to ceiling fixtures. Extraction required full disassembly of lighting equipment.
Response: MTF Mu-4 deployed incendiary measures to sanitize affected corridors. Hallucinatory reports persisted for 48 hours post-sanitization, suggesting SCP-8342’s growth may partially exist in a cognitohazardous state prior to physical manifestation.
Casualties:
3 personnel injured by impalement wounds.
1 Class-D subject unaccounted for; presumed assimilated.
Containment procedures updated to prohibit grafting experiments.
Containment Measures:
The villa has been designated as a high-priority containment site. All personnel involved in the investigation have undergone standard debriefing and psychological evaluation procedures. The area surrounding the villa has been secured, and local authorities have been provided with cover stories to prevent civilian interference.
Note: This incident underscores the potential for SCP-8342 to proliferate in uncontrolled environments. Further research is ongoing to determine the extent of its spread and the mechanisms behind its anomalous growth patterns.
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