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title: "My cactus is apparently dying at the roots, how can I save it? It…"
description: "My cactus is apparently dying at the roots, how can I save it? It doesn't receive direct sunlight and I try not to give it water!"
url: "https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/6lviAcjhSEmTytm2A5HqXg"
community: "Pests, diseases and problems"
author: "Camilla"
published: "2024-04-02T01:17:08.948255Z"
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# My cactus is apparently dying at the roots, how can I save it? It…

_Posted by Camilla on 2024-04-02_

My cactus is apparently dying at the roots, how can I save it? It doesn't receive direct sunlight and I try not to give it water!

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## 5 comments

### Mara commented on 2024-04-02

It’s kinda hard to tell from the picture but you may have a scale infestation on that front and center cactus. The one on the far right definitely needs to be removed or propagated.

#### Camilla replied on 2024-04-02

Thank you !!

#### Mara replied on 2024-04-02

No problem.. they are nice and tall. I would love to see them thrive for you.

#### Camilla replied on 2024-04-03

I hope soooo 😭

### Mara commented on 2024-04-03

Did you figure out if it was scale?

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