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title: "so the fake flower thingy that are on some cactuses im stores, any…"
description: "so the fake flower thingy that are on some cactuses im stores, any good tips to get them off without hurting the cactus?"
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community: "The Cactus & Succulent Circle"
author: "haddie"
published: "2025-04-19T20:50:29.593871Z"
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# so the fake flower thingy that are on some cactuses im stores, any…

_Posted by haddie on 2025-04-19_

so the fake flower thingy that are on some cactuses im stores, any good tips to get them off without hurting the cactus?

## 3 comments

### MummaDeb commented on 2025-04-19

I just twist them slowly.

### Lover of Cacti commented on 2025-04-20

Yeah Use warm or hot water (depending on how much glue)to weaken the glue and pull gently, make sure the water doesn't get to the roots. The glue should weaken and you'll be able to remove the flower. Some of the spines will break but make sure you're trying to prevent as much damage as possible. The quicker you get it off the better, as they can cause infections and will suck moisture from the plant.

### Tonya commented on 2025-04-25

Unfortunately, mine has a permanent bald spot, lol. I snipped it with scissors. However, she bloomed shortly after.

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