Can cacti be grown indoors?

Can cacti be grown indoors?

Cactus can be planted indoors. Cactus is a very common succulent plant with good drought resistance. It does not need to be watered frequently during maintenance. It can usually be placed on a balcony with good ventilation and light.

Cactus growth environment requirements

The maintenance environment of cactus has relatively high requirements for light and temperature. Generally, cactus grows better in an environment with high temperature and sufficient light. Generally, neutral or slightly alkaline soil can be used for planting. Acidic soil cannot be used for maintenance. Generally, the soil needs to be replaced after 1 or 2 years of maintenance.

How to grow cactus indoors

1. Temperature : Cactus likes high temperature environment. Generally, the room temperature is controlled at around 20-30 degrees, which is beneficial to the growth of cactus. In winter, the ambient temperature can be above 5 degrees.

2. Watering : The cactus does not require much water when it is growing. Generally, you can water it more frequently in the summer when the climate is relatively dry, and you need to reduce the amount of watering in winter.

3. Light : Cactus needs sufficient light throughout the year and can also receive direct sunlight in summer.

Benefits of indoor cactus care

1. Radiation resistance

Cacti are often exposed to direct sunlight during their growth period, and the sunlight contains relatively more ultraviolet rays, so cacti have the ability to absorb ultraviolet rays and are resistant to radiation to a certain extent.

2. Purify the air

The respiratory function of cactus is very strong. Generally, it releases a lot of yang energy at night and absorbs carbon dioxide in the air, thus achieving the effect of purifying the air.
3. Good Feng Shui
Cactus is also a Feng Shui plant because there are small thorns on the cactus plant. Generally, plants with thorns have a good effect in warding off evil spirits and can drive away evil spirits and protect the house.