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c/botany-loversseanlewisseanlewis12d agoProlific Poster

Just realized I wasted $60 on a 'rare' succulent that was just a painted cactus

Saw this cool blue cactus at a plant fair last year and the seller said it was a special hybrid. Turns out it was just a regular one spray painted, and it died after a few months. Felt pretty dumb for not checking it over better. Anyone else get tricked by a fake plant sale?
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jessicad98
jessicad9812d ago
That's a bummer, but you can't always spot a fake from a quick look.
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rivera.simon
Check the base of the plant for paint drips or weird texture. Sellers get sneaky but the bottom usually gives it away. It's a hard lesson but you'll spot fakes easier now.
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