Hoping to get some thoughts on my Pachanoi from the seasoned growers here.
Backstory
->I kept this dude indoors for the winter. About 2 months ago (early spring here), I tossed him outside on the terrace to wake him up.
What's going on
-> 1. (Seems) Zero Growth: It's been out there for 2 months, but I ain't seeing any new tip action. Is it just taking its sweet time waking up from dormancy because of the crazy spring temp swings?
-> 2. Black Spots: I was checking it out today and noticed these weird dark/black spots popping up around and between the areoles. They definitely weren't there before. (Pics attached) + the cactus feel a bit soft
Are these just humidity blisters or stress spots from moving it outside and the chilly nights? Or am I looking at some kind of fungal BS or a pest problem (like scale)?
Should I hit it with some copper/neem oil, or just leave it the hell alone, keep it dry, and see what happens?
Any tips on the spots or how to get this thing growing again would be dope! 🙏 Thanks y'all.
P.S. One more thing – this bottom cut has been sitting here doing absolutely nothing for 2 months, while the top cut I took from it is already pushing new growth. Any secret sauce or tips to force this stubborn stump to throw a pup?