Cactus is a natural deodorizer, four indoor cultivation tips to solve the root rot problem

Cactus, also known as grass ball and short-haired ball, is a common succulent plant in desert regions. It has the reputation of being a natural deodorizer, and because it is easy to grow and can purify the air, it is deeply loved by flower enthusiasts. Many people like to keep a pot in the office to guard against radiation, so can cactus be kept indoors? What to do about root rot?

I. Introduction to cactus:

1. What types of cactus are there?

Golden ball cactus, golden barrel cactus, short-haired ball cactus, long-blooming ball cactus, vigorous ball cactus.

2. What is the flower language of cactus?

Strength, firm and resolute love, a hard and spiky exterior with a very sweet and warm interior, a quietly enduring strength.

II. Can cactus be kept indoors?

Cactus can be kept indoors. It can not only decorate the environment but also purify indoor air. The specific places where it can be placed are as follows:

1. Cactus can be placed on the balcony. It not only guards against thieves, but in feng shui it also means dissolving outside negative energy, so it is very suitable to place a pot in this position.

2. Cactus can be placed in the office. It can not only guard against radiation but also decorate the environment. After all, many people now have to face computers every day and stay there all day long. Placing a pot beside the computer can reduce the harm of computer radiation to the human body. In addition, in feng shui, it can play a role in blocking petty people.

3. Cactus can be placed in the living room. It not only improves the indoor decorative effect, but in feng shui it can also play a role in suppressing evil. However, if there is nothing unlucky happening at home, it is best not to place it in the living room, especially in the bedroom, to avoid being hurt accidentally, and it can easily cause disputes among family members.

III. What to do about cactus root rot?

Cactus is cold-resistant and drought-resistant, with very tenacious vitality, so it is very easy to grow. However, if managed improperly, root rot can occur. The specific reasons are as follows:

Reason 1: Improper watering: Cactus does not have high water requirements. Generally, it can grow healthily even when the potting soil is dry for a long time, but it is afraid of water accumulation. Therefore, watering too much will cause the body to rot. In addition, watering after repotting or in winter can also cause cactus root rot.

Solution: Cut off the rotten part with a small knife, then apply plant ash and place it in a cool place to dry, and finally plant it back into the pot. If the rotten area is relatively large, sprinkle quicklime several times on the cut part, then dry it and plant it in the soil. If the body is rotten in many places or hollow, remove all the rotten flesh, then repeatedly rinse and disinfect with potassium permanganate solution, and finally place it in a dry place to dry until the surface no longer rots, then transplant it into the soil.

Reason 2: Low temperature: Cactus likes to grow in a high-temperature environment. In winter, the temperature should also be kept above 20 degrees. If it is below 5 degrees, the cactus will suffer root rot.

Solution: In winter, take good heat-preservation measures, and try to keep the room temperature above 5 degrees. If there is light, it is best to place it in a bright place so it can carry out photosynthesis.

Reason 3: Improper fertilizing: Cactus does not have high fertilizer requirements. Generally, when repotting, applying a small amount of base fertilizer is enough. When growth is vigorous, apply a fermented organic liquid fertilizer once every half month. However, in October to November, fertilizing should be stopped to avoid rot of the body.

Solution: Cut off the rotten part, then sprinkle a small amount of quicklime and place it in a dry place to dry until the body no longer rots, then plant it back into the pot.

Reason 4: Caused by dyeing: In order to look good for sale, most cacti on the market now have been dyed. After long-term rain washing, the pigment on the cactus will seep into the flesh with the water, and gradually it will become soft and rotten. In severe cases, it will also give off a foul odor. Therefore, when buying, try not to buy dyed ones.

Solution: Discard it directly and buy a new pot of undyed cactus to plant.

Overall, cactus can be kept indoors, but it is best placed on the balcony or beside the computer. If there is nothing unlucky happening at home, it is best not to place it in the living room, to avoid causing family disputes. In addition, although cactus has tenacious vitality, if watered improperly or if a dyed one is bought and grown, root rot will occur, so attention must be paid during cultivation.