Why Does Disocactus须 Be Grafted?
You may not be familiar with the common knowledge of flower cultivation, such as the introduction of Disocactus, and why it needs to be grafted. Let's take a look together.
Many flower enthusiasts often wonder why Disocactus is always mentioned for grafting. Can it not be grafted? In fact, Disocactus does not necessarily have to be grafted. It is also fine without grafting, and it won't affect flowering. Here are some summarized advantages and disadvantages of grafting Disocactus:
1. Grafting Disocactus can enhance its ornamental value and make it easier to shape.
2. Disocactus belongs to the epiphytic plants, and its root system is relatively weak, especially during the hot summer temperatures, which can easily cause dormancy and branch shedding, etc. Grafting is done to solve these problems!
3. Grafted plants are easier to manage and do not easily rot due to overwatering, as Disocactus has a succulent root system.
4. The root system of Disocactus is not well-developed, while cacti have a robust root system. Grafting utilizes the root system of the cactus to absorb nutrients.
5. For grafted Disocactus, one issue that needs to be addressed is the selection of the rootstock. If the rootstock is not strong, the grafted Disocactus may not be in good condition after a few years.
In summary, Disocactus does not necessarily have to be grafted. Moreover, some flower enthusiasts have successfully cultivated non-grafted Disocactus, and some even believe that non-grafted Disocactus flowers are more vibrant. Therefore, whether to graft or not is a matter for the flower enthusiasts to decide. The two images below show the grafting of Disocactus onto leaf cacti and regular cacti.
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