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The desert has the kind of cactus that survives in conditions of high heat and light, and low moisture. A desert cactus is used to weak competition from other vegetation in the environment. It isn't used to chilling, dampconditions that waterlog the exterior roots or the interior tissues.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 10y agoYes, cacti are found in some deserts, but are not the only type of plant found in desert areas. See related questions
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There are several species of cactus that are native to rain forest and grasslands.
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∙ 9y agoCacti are commonly found in deserts of the Americas as well as in a variety of other habitats. They can also be found in grasslands, scrub and even in rainforests.
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∙ 8y agoCacti grow in all the deserts of North and South America.
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Why does a cactus grow in deserts?
The cactus has a number of structural adaptations that allow it to live in the harsh conditions of the desert. Many other plants lack these adaptations and cannot survive in a desert.
Do the people in the desert grow food?
In some deserts people do grow food. Even when surrounded by dry, lifeless sand, it is sometimes possible to have an oasis, where there is some water and palm trees can be grown, which produce edible dates. There are also semi-arid deserts, not utterly dry, where cactus grows, and cactus can be used to make a fermented beverage called pulque.
What desert plant has no leaves but has stems and spines?
A cactus has no leaves but does have a stem.
Which deserts don't grow cactus?
No, cacti are natives of the American deserts only. They do not grow elsewhere naturally unless they have been planted there. When planted outside the Americas they can become a noxious invasive species. especially the various species of prickly pear.
Where are cactus plants the dominant vegetation?
Cactus plants are the dominant vegetation in the desert. They grow in harsh, severe environments in which they have no strong plant competitors. This is another way in which they differ from jungle cactus. In the humid, moist environment of the tropical jungle, cactus plants face competition from other vegetation. But they have a working relationship with trees upon whose trunks and branches they anchor their airy, soil-less roots.
What kinds of plant grow in the deserts?
cactus, sagebrush
Why are cactus found in desert region?
cactus need less water thus they grow in deserts
Where is the place where flowers can not grow?
flowers can not grow in deserts as that type of soil is only good for cactus to grow and no other plant
In which desert is the barrel cactus?
There are several species of barrel cactus that grow in all the deserts of North America. The best known are the ferocactispecies.
What is the description of a sea-cactus?
It is like a cactus you find in deserts ,but its smaller and round and grow in groups and on the ocean floor or on a rock on the ocean floor.
What plants are found in tropical deserts?
Cactus are a very common plant that is found in tropical deserts. Many types of wildflowers and the Joshua Tree grow in tropical deserts.
Why does a cactus grow so slow?
Cactus grow very slow because it is saving water for the later time. Cactus grow in the desert, and it merely rains in deserts. So, when it does rain, the cactus takes up as much as water as it can and saves it for the rest of the period of time until it rains again, which is why they grow slowly. They use small amounts of water for itself everyday, which makes it grow slower.
Are there cactus in deserts?
Yes
Why does a cactus grow in deserts?
The cactus has a number of structural adaptations that allow it to live in the harsh conditions of the desert. Many other plants lack these adaptations and cannot survive in a desert.
Which country you can find cactus?
deserts
Can cactus grow in soil?
I think a cactus can grow in soil. I think a cactus can grow in soil.
Why does a cactus symbolizes warmth protection?
Warmth because they grow in deserts and hot climates. Protection because their surfaces are covered with sharp thorns.
