CACTUS GRAFTED
Scientific Name: There isn’t a single scientific name for “cactus grafted” because it refers to a process, not a specific plant.
Common Name: Grafted Cactus
Description:
Grafting cacti can be done for various reasons:
- Save a struggling cactus: A cactus that’s diseased or has weak roots can be grafted onto a healthy, vigorous rootstock to improve its chances of survival.
- Promote faster growth: Some cacti grow very slowly on their own roots. Grafting them onto a fast-growing rootstock can accelerate their growth.
- Encourage flowering: Certain rootstocks may encourage grafted cacti to flower more readily.
- Create unique combinations: Grafting allows for combining different cactus species with contrasting features, creating visually interesting specimens.
Uses:
- Ornamental Plants: Grafted cacti can be visually striking additions to cactus collections.
- Overcome Rootstock Issues: Grafting helps revive cacti with root problems or allows slow-growing cacti to thrive on a more robust root system.
- Encourage Flowering: Grafting onto a flowering-prone rootstock can increase the likelihood of blooms.
