Harmful traits to a cactus include overwatering, which can lead to root rot, and poor drainage, causing excess moisture retention. Additionally, exposure to extreme temperatures, either too cold or too hot, can stress the plant. Pests like mealybugs and scale insects can also damage cacti by feeding on their sap, weakening the plant over time. Lastly, insufficient light can result in etiolation, where the cactus becomes elongated and weak.
Most animals do not have harmful inherited traits because natural selection tends to eliminate genes that are detrimental to survival and reproduction. Over time, individuals with harmful traits are less likely to pass on their genes, resulting in a population with fewer harmful inherited traits. Additionally, genetic variability and recombination during reproduction help dilute the prevalence of harmful traits in offspring.
Only if the spine doesn't get stuck in their throat.
A cactus inherits traits related to its physical appearance, growth habit, and ability to adapt to specific environmental conditions from its parents. These traits can include its size, shape, spines, and overall resilience to drought and extreme temperatures.
i think the wax just helps it from getting harmed from the harmful rays of the heat it lives in
To determine if evolution by natural selection is occurring in a cactus population, you would need to observe changes in the heritable traits of the cacti over time, caused by differences in survival and reproduction. This would indicate that certain traits are being favored, leading to a shift in the genetic makeup of the population.
No, it is not safe to eat Red flower flat leaf Florida cactus as it may have spines and potentially harmful chemicals. It is best to avoid consuming any type of cactus unless you are certain it is edible.
Yes, Christmas cactus is not considered toxic to cats, but ingesting large amounts may cause mild gastrointestinal upset. It is still best to keep it out of reach of pets to prevent any potential issues.
Various species of prickly pear and cholla Claret cup cactus Hedgehog cactus Peyote Rainbow cactus Corncob cactus Living rock cactus Button cactus Eagle claw cactus (aka Turk's head cactus) Fish hook barrel cactus Pincushion cactus Strawberry cactus several others
cactus and cactus water
No, a cactus does not have a thorn. A cactus has spines.
A cactus candy is simply a candied cactus
There are two types of cactus, columnar cactus and climbing cactus. Climbing cactus e.g dragon fruit plant.