Echinopsis Eyerisii babies

[debbieb]

When I went to check on my cactus outside, I was surprised to see what appear to be cacti babies growing on the parent. I didn't see it do this last year, but also, last year, 3 babies appeared in the dirt at the base of the parent plant. I have attached a picture of what I am talking about. My question is... 1. are these babies? and 2. do I have to do anything with them or will they take care of themselves as far as dropping off and rooting?

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[snarfie]

1: yes, they are
2: i think they must grow a bit, and then you can cut them off, and let them dry, and try to root it.

[debbieb]

Thank you!

[phil_SK]

I think it's worth leaving them

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[debbieb]

OMG Phil! LOL

[hoteidoc]

Yeah, I'd leave them, like Phil suggested. But with a pile like his -- you certainly can do both