The general's stick, also known as the general's pillar, is one of the lower species of Cactaceae cylindric cactus. Peru and Argentina are its origins. Half Yin, avoid dampness. Like sunny, dry and warm growth environment, more drought resistant. The suitable growth temperature is about 18-30 ℃, and the room temperature in winter should be kept above 5 ℃. When the temperature is too low, the leaves will be slightly red.
The general's stick is well fed, but it grows slowly. It grows in spring and autumn. In summer, we should pay attention to ventilation and anti - insolation. In winter, we should do a good job in heat preservation. Some of them may bloom in winter.
Put in the warm and ventilated environment to grow, give sufficient light, to prevent the sun in summer, appropriate sunshade.
It is required to be dry and wet. Do not water unevenly or excessively, otherwise it may cause leaf falling and root rot. Watering must be done thoroughly. Wait until the basin is dry, and then water it a second time.
In the early stage of the growth of the general stick, 5-10 grains of granular fertilizer can be applied, and the times of fertilization are about once every 7-10 days.
The soil is suitable to choose peat soil with good drainage and ventilation mixed with small gravel for planting.
General's stick belongs to cactus family. It is poisonous and inedible. It's best to keep it away from children. In case of poisoning, please go to the hospital for regular treatment.
Cutting and sowing are often used.
Cutting: cut the branch, dry the cut, insert it into the plain sand after the cut is dry, keep the soil slightly wet, and do not pour too much water.
