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Mushy Globular Cactus: Humidity + Poor Drainage = Fatal Rot

Likely Notocactus or Mammillaria

Caved-in top + mushy firm body = internal rot. External appearance lags.

Cause: Humid Indoor + Inadequate Drainage

Most globular cacti from arid zones. Humidity + wet soil = rot.

Too Late

No rescue. Learn: gritty soil, airflow, bright light, dry regime for next plant.

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