What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for Missouri foxtail cactus?
Just like people, each plant has its own preferences. Learn about your plants' temperature needs and create a comforting environment for them to flourish.
Temperature Essentials for Missouri foxtail cactus
Missouri foxtail cactus is a heat-loving plant that gradually stops growing and enters a dormant state during the winter. When the outdoor temperature drops below -10°C, it should be moved indoors for cultivation. Choose a location near a south-facing window to provide as much sunlight as possible. If there is insufficient natural light, supplemental lighting can be used. When the temperature falls below 15°C, the plant's growth slows down, and watering should be reduced or stopped to prevent root rot. For Missouri foxtail cactus grown outdoors, watering should be completely halted during low temperatures. If feasible, you can set up a temporary greenhouse for insulation or use materials such as plastic film or fabric to wrap the plant during cold temperatures.
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Signs of Low and High Temperature in Missouri foxtail cactus
Symptoms of Low Temperature in Missouri foxtail cactus
Missouri foxtail cactus thrives in high temperatures and is not tolerant of low temperatures. It grows best when the temperature is above 15°C. During winter, it should be kept above -10°C. When the temperature falls below -15°C, the plant may become weak, wilt, and be prone to root rot. In cases of mild frost damage, there may not be any initial symptoms, but after a week, the plant will gradually wither.
Solutions for Low Temperature in Missouri foxtail cactus
Trim off the frostbitten areas, paying attention to whether the roots have rotted. If the roots have rotted, they need to be cut off, and the plant can be propagated through
cuttings. Immediately move indoors to a warm environment and place the plant near a south-facing window to ensure ample
sunlight. If there is insufficient light, you can use supplemental
lighting.
Symptoms of High Temperature in Missouri foxtail cactus
During summer, Missouri foxtail cactus should be kept below 38°C. When the temperature exceeds 43°C, the plant's growth will cease, it will experience water loss, wilting, and becomes more susceptible to sunburn.
Solutions for High Temperature in Missouri foxtail cactus
Remove the sunburned and rotten parts. Shield the plant from afternoon
sunlight until it recovers and starts growing again. For plants with root rot, stop watering until new roots begin to emerge.
