Lately I’ve seen a few people post the question “what are these marks on the skin of my cactus “ .
Here’s one thing that it could be . Roots pressing up against the INSIDE of the skin .
This usually occurs on the side of the cactus that was facing downward while callousing .
Sometimes these roots start growing inside the cactus and don’t actually emerge untill weeks or a month later , even after it was planted upright .
The roots initiated their growth while the cactus was drying on its side and even after being planted these roots continue to slowly grow . Sometimes the roots never poke all the way through the skin . But they can press the inside of the skin , leaving a visible mark or bruise .
Obviously there are many other causes for marks on your cactus skin , such as pokes , or humidity, but if they are totally unexplainable and all on the same side , roots may in fact be the culprit!
by IMDAVESBUD
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Thanks for sharing! May I ask what you were listening to in the video? I was really digging it 🤭
Dave out here doing god’s work
Very informative video. I love looking at CAC