Expert Tips for Successful Grafting in Trichocereus

Recommendations for a Perfect Graft in Trichocereus

• Perfect alignment of the vessels: To significantly increase the success rate, it is essential to properly align the vascular bundles of the rootstock and the scion. This maximizes the transfer of nutrients and water, ensuring a rapid fusion of both tissues.
• Clean cuts without burrs: Make the cuts in a single motion, without sawing or crushing the tissue, to avoid dead zones and future rot spots.
• Controlled environment: Keep the grafts in a well-lit area but without direct sunlight and with controlled relative humidity (ideally between 50-70%) during the first week.

Common Mistakes in Trichocereus Grafting and How to Avoid Them

• Excessive pressure with the band: Too much force can deform the tissues and hinder the union process. Adjust the pressure only to keep the graft immobile, without damaging the plant.
• Contamination: Dirty tools or unwashed hands are a frequent cause of failure. Sterilize before each cut and between plants.
• Insufficient patience: Do not remove the securing band prematurely. Wait at least 10-14 days before checking if the union is stable.
• Too humid environment: Excess ambient humidity promotes the growth of fungi and bacteria, especially in the early stages after grafting. Ventilate and water minimally.
• Stressed plants: Graft only on vigorous, well-hydrated Trichocereus plants, and not during full vegetative dormancy (winter or extreme heat).

Additional Information for Cultivating and Grafting Trichocereus

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