cactus and cactus are two common plants in our life, and the biggest difference between them is their different shapes. The shape of cactus is spherical, and there are many analogies according to the shape and burr. What are the types of cactus? In addition to appearance and burr, there are golden crown cactus, golden Hu cactus and golden finger cactus. First, the types of cactus

1. Appearance classification

Although the cactus is covered with thorns, its appearance is different. Different types have different appearances. According to the appearance, cactus can be divided into treasure, wart, velvet, haircolumn, top flower, strong thorn, sea urchin and so on.

2. Classification of burrs

The prickles outside the cactus are different, and the long ones are long hairs; The short ones are short hairs; The long dense hair is dense hair, and the long thin hair is thin hair. The prickles of cactus are different in length and density and color, including red, yellow and golden yellow.

3. Golden-crowned cactus

Golden-crowned cactus is our most common kind of cactus, and it is also the one that flower lovers choose the most. This kind of cactus likes sufficient light and dry and warm growing environment, and the suitable temperature is 15℃ ~ 3℃. This kind of cactus is more difficult to raise than other cactus, so flower friends choose the variety according to their own breeding level.

4. Jinhu cactus

Jinhu cactus has a large plant, a round body with a diameter of up to 1 meter, a round green sphere with golden thorns on the outside and a circle of golden fuzz on the top, which is very beautiful under the sunlight.

5. Golden finger cactus

Golden finger cactus, as its name implies, is shaped like a human finger, and its plants are covered with yellow thorns, but its thorns are soft, beautiful in appearance, suitable for home breeding and decoration, full of vitality, and can bring people endless strength and a source of self-confidence. Second, the cultivation method of cactus

cactus can be grown in the wild or potted, and potted plants are suitable for viewing. What are the types of cactus on it? There are five classification methods. No matter which type of cactus, the breeding method is similar.

1. Soil

The culture of cactus should use a breathable and well-drained substrate, which can be mixed with humus soil, garden soil and coarse sand, and then add a small amount of plant ash or decomposed bone meal. The cactus is suitable for planting in the basin in early spring. When planting in the basin, a layer of pebbles can be laid in the basin, which is beneficial to drainage and heat preservation.

2, fertilization

cactus likes fertility, and the soil is fertile and grows fast. Fertilize it one month after changing pots in spring, and fertilize it once every 2 days during the growing period. Generally speaking, liquid fertilizer, potassium dihydrogen phosphate solution and flowers can be used to fertilize cactus. When the temperature is low in winter, the cactus enters the dormant period and stops fertilizing.

3. Water

The cactus likes moist soil, and it needs a lot of water during the growing period. It should be watered frequently to keep the soil moist, but it can't accumulate water. Although the cactus can withstand drought, it can't be watered in spring, summer and autumn, otherwise it will stop growing, and it can be watered in winter. Third, the efficacy of cactus

1. Radiation protection

cactus likes plenty of sunshine because it has a strong ability to absorb light. Therefore, putting a pot of cactus at home can help the human body absorb radiation such as computers and mobile phones, which is why many people like to put a pot of cactus beside the computer.

2, medicinal

cactus can be used as medicine, which has high medicinal value, and has the functions of clearing away heat and toxic materials, promoting qi and blood circulation, cooling blood and stopping bleeding. In addition, the vitamins contained in cactus can inhibit the body's absorption of fat and cholesterol, and can play a role in lowering blood fat.

Conclusion: cactus is common, beautiful and easy to cultivate, and there are many varieties. You can buy a pot according to your hobbies and put it on the computer table for cultivation according to the above cultivation methods.