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Sunburn / Scorching
Plant disease guide · TerraceFarming
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What causes Sunburn / Scorching?
Sudden exposure to intense, direct sunlight, especially after being in a shadier location, causes bleached or brown patches on the cactus body.
How to treat Sunburn / Scorching
Move the plant to a location with partial shade during the hottest part of the day; damaged areas are permanent scars but the plant can recover.
How to prevent Sunburn / Scorching
Acclimate the cactus gradually to increased sunlight over a period of 1-2 weeks.
Crops commonly affected
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