When I was checking out my plants the other day, I found an Echinopsis hybrid that had a 1/4" vertical split on it.

I figure it is from watering/fertilizing too much. I just got this one about 2 months ago. Upon closer examination, this plant looks like it has split in the past more than once and healed over.

I have stuck a big tag in it stating that it is prone to splitting so I will have to be careful with it. I also just recently switched to potting in plastic pots rather than clay so I'm in a learning curve for watering.

But my question is, should I just leave it to heal or can I put something on it to prevent bacteria from growing?

I'm leaving it outside, but it is not getting as much hot sun. It already looks better, but I don't want to lose it.

I'm at work and I'm having camera/software issues anyway so I can't post a pic.

Thanks!