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Disasterhag

Cactus turned black and got skinny. I don’t even know what cactus it is, it was just given to me. Dr planta is saying it could be any number of things.

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  1. Wolfen 🐺

    It needs more light probably. If the skinny portion isn't new growth, it also needs a bit more water.. like a touch more

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    • Disasterhag

      The I’ve also been told overwatered.

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    • Wolfen 🐺

      That looks dark green on my screen, not black. Black indicats rot, which is usually overwatering. And generally that will start at the base area unless its from a wound or something

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  2. Toaster

    I think it’s under watered. Black and wrinkly with dry soil is under watered. Overwatered it would become yellow and have extremely wet soil.

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  3. Carmine @ Hort Spec

    The black top and lighter green bottom suggest stress, inconsistent watering, and possible climate shock. Check for any signs of rot. Cacti don’t need excessive watering — let the soil fully dry out between waterings. Once stable and growing again, you can fertilize lightly to support recover

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  4. Roro

    Over watering and maybe not enough light :)

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