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Jan 12, 2025 2:04 PM CST
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Dallas TX
I'm not sure how or if I can save this.. can't tell if I have root rot or fungus or both.
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Jan 14, 2025 9:13 AM CST
Name: Steve
SE PA (Zone 7a)
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@Baja_Costero

What I would probably try, would be to cut off the lower portion above the damage and re-root the top.
Let's see if we can get you better information...
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Jan 14, 2025 11:58 AM CST
Name: Baja
Baja California (Zone 11b)
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It doesn't look too bad to me. Maybe you can give us just a little bit of history so we can provide the best advice.

Is this plant new to you? How long was it in the soil? Has it experienced any recent changes? What kind of light does it (or will it) get?

As long as the stem is firm I don't think you need to cut it. Otherwise I think Steve's advice would be practical. We can get into details if you like.
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Jan 18, 2025 10:34 AM CST
Name: Valerie
Ontario, Canada (Zone 4b)
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OK - so I live in The Great White North but based on my own cacti experience I agree with Baja - it doesn't look bad, and I wouldn't cut it either.
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