There are many mutated ferocactus within a few blocks of each other (park – open space areas in residential zone) that are crested, monstrose or both. I spied another yesterday and, while cool looking, it does seem to have that pups on pups look of witches broom.
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One nearby mutant that looks as expected/not broomy.
https://preview.redd.it/7fe3zn9qghvg1.jpeg?width=3966&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=68e54a39aced8805e3861331dc2dc8b880edbb73
Second nearby mutant that looks as expected/not broomy.
Yeah that looks broom
After living in Tucson for a couple years I’ve noticed it’s really not that uncommon for these guys. I don’t believe it’s witches broom, just monstrose growth.
Likely mealy bug induced