Cultivation techniques of white sandalwood cactus

The white sandalwood cactus is a desert plant that has a good ability to cope with harsh climates such as deserts or droughts. The leaves of the white sandalwood cactus are the thorns it grows. Although small, they become a tool for it to protect itself. Let's learn about the cultivation methods of the white sandalwood cactus .

How to grow white sandalwood cactus

1. How to grow white sandalwood cactus - watering

Because the evaporation capacity of the leaves or thorns of the white sandalwood cactus is not high, it is not suitable for a large amount of water. In the spring, autumn and winter seasons, when there is no strong sunlight and the temperature is relatively comfortable, there is no need to water the white sandalwood cactus in sufficient quantities. In the summer, the white sandalwood cactus can be watered moderately, but not too frequently. You can increase the humidity of the air around the white sandalwood cactus by spraying water.

2. How to grow sandalwood cactus - soil

White sandalwood cactus needs sufficient soil and good ventilation. It is more suitable to choose edible vermiculite and fine sand to plant white sandalwood cactus. You can add some humus to increase nutrients. When the soil is cultivated, it should be in a state that you can hold it tightly in your hand, but it will become loose sand after you let go.

3. How to grow sandalwood cactus - watering

The rule to be followed when watering the white sandalwood cactus is not to water it unless it is dry, and to water it thoroughly when you do. As long as the soil is wet, the roots will fully absorb the water. If you don't water it thoroughly, then watering half of the plant will cause it to rot from the middle.