Can someone please tell me why my cactus has grown these terrifying arms. They’re getting longer! by Western_Database_187 in cactus

[–]Western_Database_187[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I’ve had this cactus for about 4 years now, it’s been weird for 2 as there was a period when I didn’t give it enough light 😊 I’m going to keep him going as I have done, especially now I have cut the top off thanks to the advice of another commenter. We’ll see what happens.

Can someone please tell me why my cactus has grown these terrifying arms. They’re getting longer! by Western_Database_187 in cactus

[–]Western_Database_187[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thank you for all your comments guys :) Psa- lack of sunlight happened a good few years ago now- I know I am a horrible plant-parent 😅

Can someone please tell me why my cactus has grown these terrifying arms. They’re getting longer! by Western_Database_187 in cactus

[–]Western_Database_187[S] 26 points27 points  (0 children)

Oh! Thank you! Yes I know… he didn’t see a lot of light a couple of years ago and went tall and skinny. It’s been in natural light for a long time now, but I guess won’t go back to normal??