Help!!!
I don't understand what's going on with my moon cactus!!
It wasn't doing so good and the soil was super dry so I gave it water and now it's worse??? What do I do? Can I save it?? #help #urgent
It wasn't doing so good and the soil was super dry so I gave it water and now it's worse??? What do I do? Can I save it?? #help #urgent
1ft to light, indirect
6” pot with drainage
Last watered 8 months ago
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@TheGnome I wonder if it has a fungal disease. Here is an article I found that says how to save a rotting cactus. STEM ROT FROM TOP DOWN
When a cactus is rotting from the top down, it can be a severe issue that requires prompt action to save the plant. Here are some steps you can take to try and keep a cactus that is rotting from the top:
First, you need to identify the affected area and remove the damaged tissue then use a clean, sharp tool such as a pair of scissors or a knife to carefully remove any damaged or rotted tissue. Be sure to cut away any brown or black areas, as these are signs of dead tissue that cannot be saved.
Next, allow the plant to dry out completely before treating it with any fungicides or bactericides. This can help prevent the spread of the infection. Once the cactus has dried out and callused over the affected area, you can treat it with a fungicide or bactericide. Be sure to follow the instructions on the product label carefully and avoid over-applying the treatment.
Finally, cacti need plenty of bright, direct sunlight to thrive, and they also require good airflow to prevent the development of mold and other fungal infections on the open wound. It may be helpful to move the plant to a brighter location or to increase the amount of air circulation around it to help it recover from the rot.
. To save a cactus with rotting roots, it is important to act quickly.
First, remove the cactus from the soil and carefully remove any rotting or dead roots using a clean, sharp tool such as a pair of scissors or a knife.
Next, allow the plant to dry out for several days until the cut areas have callused over.
Then, repot the cactus in a well-draining soil mix, making sure to avoid overwatering and providing good airflow around the plant to prevent further rot. It may also be helpful to treat the plant with a fungicide to prevent any remaining fungal spores from causing further damage. https://succulentsbox.com/blogs/blog/how-to-save-a-rotting-cactus
When a cactus is rotting from the top down, it can be a severe issue that requires prompt action to save the plant. Here are some steps you can take to try and keep a cactus that is rotting from the top:
First, you need to identify the affected area and remove the damaged tissue then use a clean, sharp tool such as a pair of scissors or a knife to carefully remove any damaged or rotted tissue. Be sure to cut away any brown or black areas, as these are signs of dead tissue that cannot be saved.
Next, allow the plant to dry out completely before treating it with any fungicides or bactericides. This can help prevent the spread of the infection. Once the cactus has dried out and callused over the affected area, you can treat it with a fungicide or bactericide. Be sure to follow the instructions on the product label carefully and avoid over-applying the treatment.
Finally, cacti need plenty of bright, direct sunlight to thrive, and they also require good airflow to prevent the development of mold and other fungal infections on the open wound. It may be helpful to move the plant to a brighter location or to increase the amount of air circulation around it to help it recover from the rot.
. To save a cactus with rotting roots, it is important to act quickly.
First, remove the cactus from the soil and carefully remove any rotting or dead roots using a clean, sharp tool such as a pair of scissors or a knife.
Next, allow the plant to dry out for several days until the cut areas have callused over.
Then, repot the cactus in a well-draining soil mix, making sure to avoid overwatering and providing good airflow around the plant to prevent further rot. It may also be helpful to treat the plant with a fungicide to prevent any remaining fungal spores from causing further damage. https://succulentsbox.com/blogs/blog/how-to-save-a-rotting-cactus
