The earlier you identify the underlying problem and take corrective action, the better.
Here are the five most common reasons why a Christmas cactus has limp leaves.
The substrate in which the Christmas cactus is growing in its natural habitat provides excellent drainage.
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If the plant is given more water than the leaves absorb, they turn limp as a result.
you should probably inspect the soil instead.
If it feels and looks wet, you have watered the plant too much.
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Or, mix 60 to 80% regular potting mix with 40 to 20% perlite.
Underwatering
Limp leaves may also be the result of insufficient watering.
The Christmas cactus being a tropical plant, it needs more water than other cacti.
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Move the plant to a location with partial shade orbright, indirect lightwhere it is able to recover.
In the fall and winter, holiday cacti tolerates full sunlight better.
Afterrepotting your holiday cactusin a larger pot with fresh cactus soil, the foliage should recover soon.
