Cactus Hairs. If your plant is a true Christmas cactus then it should have tear-dropped or scalloped. Technically this plant does not have true leaves.
These root hairs grow quickly rapidly increasing the surface area of the root system thats in contact with the soil. The leaves of a Christmas cactus Schlumbergera truncata are technically not leaves. Idea from Pinterest no source given DIY Succulent Planter.
Technically this plant does not have true leaves.
Its important to remember that the ball cactus doesnt like direct sunlight and is accustomed to more water than many other cacti. The creamy white flowers open at night to prevent the loss of too much moisture during the hot days. In the summer the leaves turn red to more efficiently absorb different. This flat loop leads hikers through nearly 10 acres 4 hectares of landscape dominated by the teddybear cholla.
