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Help needed regarding this cactus' disease/pest

alsuntia
4 years ago

Hi everyone,


I recently got to take care of a cactus from a friend because it couldn't get much sun in her apartment. However, I think there's a way bigger problem for this poor thing than a lack of sunlight... I cannot identify clearly what it is by browsing common pests and diseases. Here are some pictures taken by close-up:


https://i.imgur.com/mxVnBoH.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/qOQaBJL.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/mxVnBoH.jpg


My main issue are those white things on it, but on closer inspection I noticed the base of the Opuntia looks completely lifeless grey/brown. What I would ask first is: is there a way to safe it in this state? If yes, what would be the best course of action?


Thanks in advance for any help! :)

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