Ideal Temperature for Mistletoe cactus
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Signs of Cold Stress in Mistletoe cactus
Symptoms
Mistletoe cactus flourishes in warm conditions and cannot withstand cold. Optimal growth occurs when temperatures exceed 65℉. In winter, maintain temperatures above 50℉. If temperatures drop below 41℉, the plant may weaken, droop, and become susceptible to root decay. Minor frost damage might not show immediate signs, but the plant will progressively decline after about a week.
Solutions
Remove any frost-damaged sections, checking for root rot. If roots are rotted, excise them, and the plant can be propagated from cuttings. Relocate the plant indoors to a warm spot immediately, positioning it near a south-facing window for ample light. If natural light is insufficient, provide artificial illumination.
Signs of Heat Stress in Mistletoe cactus
Symptoms
In summer, Mistletoe cactus should be kept below 77℉. When temperatures surpass 86℉, the plant will stop growing, lose moisture, wilt, and be more prone to sun damage.
Solutions
Prune away any sunburnt or decayed portions. Protect the plant from intense afternoon sun until it recovers and resumes growth. For plants with root rot, cease watering until new roots start to form.
