Cultivation methods and precautions of white sandalwood cactus

1. Maintenance methods

1. Soil: When preparing soil for the white sandalwood cactus, it is best to choose a mixture of sandy soil and cake fertilizer. Sandy soil has good drainage and humus is rich in nutrients, which is very suitable for its growth.

2. Watering: The cactus itself has a strong ability to tolerate drought, so you don’t need to water it on time. It’s okay to water it after the soil in the pot is completely dry. It can store water by itself, so it’s okay if it lacks water, but don’t water it too much.

3. Light: The sandalwood cactus loves sunlight very much. It should be exposed to the sun as much as possible. However, when the summer sun is too strong, it is best to give it appropriate shade.

4. Temperature: A temperature of around 20℃ is the most suitable for its growth. It is fine in spring and autumn, but it needs proper shade in summer. Try to move it indoors during the winter.

2. Breeding techniques

1. Reproduction: The biggest advantage of the white sandalwood cactus is that it will grow peanut-like bulbs on its body. When it needs to be reproduced, you can just pick them and put them in the soil and they will survive. After careful care, a new pot of white sandalwood cactus can be produced.

2. Repotting: When repotting, be sure to tap the pot gently. When the soil is detached, take the plant out. Be careful not to damage its roots. Transfer it to a new pot, fix it with soil, and water it once.

3. Problem diagnosis and treatment

1. Yellowing: The yellowing of sandalwood is mostly due to strong sunlight. When growing it, be careful not to expose it to the sun. It is easy to get sunburned, yellowed, or even killed in high temperature weather.

2. Scale insects: This type of pest is quite harmful to the plant. It will suck the sap of sandalwood and can also spread various pathogens. It is best to kill it in the early stage of discovery. In serious cases, spray 600 times of 40% dimethoate emulsion.

IV. Other issues

1. Toxicity: The sandalwood cactus is not toxic at all and has high medicinal value in traditional Chinese medicine, so it can be cultivated with confidence.

2. Can it be grown indoors? After sandalwood grows into shape, it will be very tall, so it is not recommended to grow it indoors. Moreover, the indoor ventilation is not very good, which is very unfavorable for its growth.