What plants can be grafted onto the Disocactus acknowledgement plant
The editor answers for everyone what plants can be grafted onto the Disocactus acknowledgement plant and discusses the related topics of flower cultivation with four common grafting methods. Let's take a look!
Disocactus acknowledgement plants are usually grafted and cultivated in families because it is relatively easy to care for them after grafting. They only need a small amount of watering and fertilizing to grow normally and can grow into a large crown, blooming over a thousand flowers at a time. If they are cultivated in a pot with only their own roots, many people cannot keep them well and problems easily occur. Therefore, when we graft, as long as the cambium layers are aligned, they can basically grow. However, not all common grafting methods are suitable for Disocactus acknowledgement plants. Some may cause the plants to grow weakly after grafting. Today, I will discuss the four common grafting methods and see which one you have chosen. The fourth one is the most suitable and can be maintained for decades without issues, while the others have their own advantages and disadvantages.
1. Cactus Grafting
Most people who grow Disocactus acknowledgement plants at home use cactus grafting. As long as the formation is aligned, the growth of the cactus is also very fast. However, if the cactus used for grafting is relatively tender, the growth will almost stop after two to three years, and the branches will become soft, reducing the flowering ability. Therefore, we should choose thick and wide cacti with well-developed root systems to avoid problems. Moreover, the root system of the cactus itself is relatively weak. If you graft multiple layers, the later growth will be slow, especially if the early growth is good, the flowering ability will also decrease, which may lead to uneven blooming in the later stage.
Furthermore, the leaves of the cactus will age, and it takes about five to ten years for the leaves to turn from green to brown. This means that once the cactus leaves are completely aged, they cannot perform photosynthesis, and with a weak root system, a little less watering and insufficient fertilizing will cause all the leaves of the Disocactus to wilt, and the later growth will also slow down. Therefore, when using cactus grafting, choose thick leaves and avoid too many layers of grafting to ensure sufficient water and fertilizer. They can be maintained for about ten years. If small cacti are used for grafting, their later growth will be weakened, and the duration will be short.
2. Pitaya Grafting
We often buy some branches of pitaya online, also known as "triangles," which are also very good for grafting onto Disocactus acknowledgement plants. Their compatibility with Disocactus is relatively high, and the growth after grafting is very fast. How long can a branch of pitaya grow after grafting? At most, it can grow for five years because the branches of pitaya will age, and the base of the roots will also age, so the grafting time will not be too long. In cactus grafting, branches of pitaya are generally used to supply growth, allowing them to quickly grow lateral buds for sale, and they are usually replaced after two years. Therefore, pitaya grows quickly in the early stage, forms quickly, and blooms well in the later stage, but it will stop growing after three to five years.
What plants can be grafted onto the Disocactus acknowledgement plant
3. Cactus Ball Grafting
Recently, there have been many videos online about grafting Disocactus acknowledgement plants onto cactus balls. Is it really reliable to graft onto cactus balls? Cactus ball grafting can survive because both cactus balls and Disocactus acknowledgement plants belong to the cactus family. As long as the cambium layers are aligned, they can survive. However, imagine grafting a lateral bud onto a large cactus ball; it can grow, but it won't grow too fast. Since cactus balls are grown in small pots, their growth is relatively weak, and using large pots can cause them to rot. If the cactus ball rots, the entire grafted plant will die, so cactus ball grafting is not advisable. It can be experimented with, but it should not be adopted as a method.
4. Leaf Cactus Grafting
Leaf cactus, also known as leaf cactus, has white flowers with a pleasant fragrance and is quite beautiful when blooming. It belongs to the cactus family and has a whole plant with a stick shape, not growing too thick. It is the most reliable for grafting onto Disocactus acknowledgement plants because the compatibility between leaf cactus and Disocactus is very high. After grafting, it can survive and start growing within seven days. Moreover, the root system of the leaf cactus is very developed, and the aging speed is very slow. Even if the branches of the whole plant have no leaves, as long as the root system is developed, it can supply the rapid growth of Disocactus, allowing cultivation for decades without issues. Nowadays, most people growing Disocactus acknowledgement plants use the leaf cactus grafting method. If you want to use it, it is recommended to use leaf cactus grafting. Inserting a branch of leaf cactus into the soil will root in seven days, and after rooting, it can be grafted directly, and multiple layers of grafting will not cause any problems.
These four methods are all common grafting methods for Disocactus acknowledgement plants. It is recommended to use leaf cactus grafting. Regardless of the variety, they are not tolerant to low temperatures. The temperature of leaf cactus and pitaya branches should be kept above five degrees, otherwise, they may easily suffer frostbite or enter a dormant state. Cacti need to maintain a temperature above five degrees to grow rapidly. For home use, it is recommended to choose leaf cactus or cactus grafting. As long as you want to grow Disocactus acknowledgement plants, after grafting, follow the method of the stock, and in summer, they do not enter dormancy. Ensuring sufficient water and fertilizer, as well as appropriate sunlight, they can grow rapidly. During the flowering season, using phosphorus and potassium fertilizers can promote flowering.
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