Orange Top Cactus (Grafted) Shriveling, Yellow Mushy Base: Dead, Top Won't Survive Alone

Orange Top Cactus: Base Yellow/Mushy, Top Discolored—Over/Under Watered?

Owner asks if salvageable or toss.

Greg: bottom (rootstock) needs fair water but dry between. Top (scion) lacks chlorophyll—cannot survive alone. No save.

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