A little wrinkling is normal as the cutting uses its own water; deep shriveling means it needs more humidity.
To ensure your "thumbs" grow into healthy new plants, follow these steps:
Leave the cutting in a dry, shaded area for 3–5 days. fresh mature thumbs
Cut at the base where the thumb meets the main stem.
Optional, but dipping the fresh end in hormone powder can speed up growth. 🪴 Optimal Growth Conditions A little wrinkling is normal as the cutting
Use rubbing alcohol on shears to prevent infection.
Once the "thumb" has formed a dry callous at the end, it’s ready for its new home. Use a gritty, well-draining cactus or succulent mix. Optional, but dipping the fresh end in hormone
In the world of succulents (specifically varieties like Sedum or certain Mammillaria cacti), "thumbs" refers to the thick, finger-like stems or leaves. Recently harvested from the parent plant.