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ann386
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why does my cactus leaves go purple and withered very thin to touch and soft?
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ann386
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With no image to look at I can only assume your cactus is either one of the three genera of epiphytic forest cacti ; Rhipsalis , Schlumbergera or Epiphyllum . All these appreciate warm lightly shaded conditions , PLENTY OF RAINWATER during their growing season , regular feeding is beneficial .
They often thrive during the summer months outside ; natural sunlight and rainfall promotes strong healthy plants .
PS :- purple foliage normally indicates damage from being exposed to too much light and probably not enough water . Try repotting into a fairly gritty medium and leaving in a shallow saucer of water if in full-sun. Apologies if this sounds confusing !
Many many thanks. This makes sense. It has been exposed to too much light. But has plenty of water.
Akin to people venturing out into summer sunshine & burning . Glad to have been of help and good luck .
You didn't say when it flowered .
it flowered in easter
Sounds like one of the Epiphyllums ; sometimes known as 'orchid cacti' ; these are a league apart from the true desert dwellers .
Try doing what I said , you may be pleasantly surprised .