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  • Answered by
    BushDoctor on
    September 9, 2019
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    That soil is extremely overwater. Flowering can be a plants last attempt to reproduce before its death. Cacti do not like to remain moist. That soil can be classified as oversaturated. They dont do well with moderate overwatering but with extreme overwatering this can happen quite easily. You may or may not get seeds from it, but correcting the issue is out of the question at this point. You will have to start over following carefully the cactus care needs.

    This article will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/cacti-succulents/prickly-pear/growing-prickly-pear.htm

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  • Answered by
    GKH_Susan on
    September 28, 2019
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    That's not easy to answer without more information on the growing conditions, soil fertility and water management. There is more than one possibility for each. The issues may be related if the plants are grown close together, or there may be different factors for the disorders.

    Leaves turning yellow is usually due to nutrient deficiency. But could also be due to inadequate watering so that nutrients don't get taken up and utilized by the plant. It can also be due to root rot if the plants are getting too much water.

    The century plants are also susceptible to under watering, and overwatering and root rot. There is also a potential pest problem. Consult your local extension agent for a specific diagnosis.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/cacti-succulents/agave/growing-agave.htm

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/bop/mexican-red-bird-of-paradise.htm

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  • Answered by
    GKH_Susan on
    November 2, 2019
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    I would say it was a fungal infection rather than sunburn. Here is more information on combatting fungal lesions on cacti:

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/cacti-succulents/scgen/fungal-lesions-on-cactus.htm

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  • Answered by
    GKH_Susan on
    November 11, 2019
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    The closest plant I find is the candelabra tree. I looked through pictures on Internet sites that identified cacti. You can compare some photos and see if that looks like it.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/cacti-succulents/euphorbia/caring-for-dragon-bone-plants.htm

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  • Answered by
    BushDoctor on
    November 20, 2019
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    Pinning down cacti is a monumental task. I will do my best to get you close.

    My best guesses will bring you to four Genera (and possibly more) With thousands of species within- Ferocactus, Melocactus, and Echinocactus, and Echinocereus.

    This collection of articles will hel you with care of Cacti: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/category/ornamental/cacti-succulents/scgen

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  • Answered by
    GKH_Susan on
    December 19, 2019
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    The cactus has outgrown its pot and needs to be repotted into a larger container with good drainage. In addition to a more stable base, the increased soil volume will provide better water and nutrient holding capacity. Use a cactus/succulent potting soil. And you may need to support the plant with a stake to prevent toppling.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/cacti-succulents/scgen/cactus-repotting-info.htm

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