How to Propagate Christmas Cactus Cuttings?

Choose a healthy Christmas cactus stem with 2 to 5 segments

Twist or cut off the segment at a joint

Let the cutting dry and callus for 1 to 2 days

Fill a small pot with well-draining cactus or succulent mix

Moisten the soil lightly

Insert the callused end about 1 inch deep into the soil

Keep the cutting in bright, indirect light

Maintain warm temperatures

Water sparingly until roots form

Keep the soil slightly moist, not wet

Wait 2 to 6 weeks for rooting

Gently tug to check for resistance

Transplant into a larger pot after new growth appears

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