A Detailed Guide to Cactus Ball Types and Care Methods
Cactus balls are one of the most widely grown potted plants. Cactus balls are favored by many office workers for their advantages of being easy to grow and absorbing radiation. So, do you know what types of cactus balls there are? Are cactus balls really as easy to grow as people say, and how should you care for them?
Below, the editor will introduce the types of cactus balls. Basic types of cactus balls: 1. Cactus ball: also known as grass ball, Echinopsis multiplex. The stem is round and spherical, the old stem is round and barrel-shaped, and the flowers are white and fragrant. 2. Short-haired ball: the plant is spherical or cylindrical, and after blooming the flowers are very large, with white flower color. 3. Echinopsis tubiflora: the body is yellow-green or light green, the flowers are large, light pink, and fragrant. 4. Golden ball: the body is yellow-green, clumping, with large white flowers. 5. Robust ball: the plant is gray-green, spherical or cylindrical, with large flowers that are dark pink or deep red. 6. Golden tiger ball: the stem is round and spherical, solitary or forming clumps. The top of the ball is densely covered with golden-yellow wool. It has 21-37 ribs, which are prominent.
From the appearance, the types of cactus balls can be divided into: woolly types, tubercled types, treasure types, hairy column types, strong-spined types, sea urchin types, top-flowering types, and so on. The spines and hairs of cactus balls also vary in length, shortness, sparseness, and density. The colors of the hairs include red, yellow, golden yellow, and others. Among them, cactus ball varieties that can be grafted include Fei Mudan, Cui Mudan, Shanchui, Red Sun, Jinhua, Jinniu, Baiyuweng, and Christmas cactus, among others.
Next, let's talk about how to care for cactus balls.
First, cactus is a tropical plant. It does not need frequent watering, and it is even fine not to water it for several months. Its heat tolerance is very strong. We should not place cactus in a dark and damp environment, as this is not suitable for its growth. Let cactus get plenty of sunlight, and even long periods of direct sun exposure are no problem at all. Second, cactus should be protected against pests. If you find that the cactus is sick, deal with it promptly, and you can apply some medicine to treat it. The vitality of cactus is very tenacious, so it will not die so easily. If the environment at home is very humid, then do not put the cactus indoors. It is best to place the cactus outdoors in a sunny place. If cactus is grown for a long time, it will bloom, and the flowers are very beautiful. It can also bear fruit, and the fruit can be eaten and also has certain medicinal value.
The above is an introduction to the varieties and cultivation methods of cactus balls. In addition, the editor kindly reminds all friends who grow cactus balls not to play around cactus for long periods. The spines of cactus are very sharp, so do not let them injure you.