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There is no such thing as a "Joshua Cactus." There is, however, the Joshua tree which is a tree-like yucca found mainly in the Mojave Desert. It can live for hundreds of years and some specimens as old as 1000 years have been found.
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Why do desert plants have long and spiny leaves?
The cactus has spiny leaves so the water that it retains can't evaporate so easily, and for protection.The cactus has spiny leaves so the water that it retains can't evaporate so easily, and for protection.
Can a robin from a forest ecosyteam live in the desert ecosyteam?
Probable not for long.
What are the characteristics of animals that live in the desert?
Desert animals usually have some way to live a long while without water. Most of them are nocturnal, and come out at night, when is is much cooler in the desert. Many also have a way to live with out food for a while as well. Desert animals also have rough scales, or fur.
Are there life forms in the Taklamakan Desert?
The Jerboa, bactrian camel, long-eared hedgehog and the gazelle live in the Taklamakan Desert
How is the barrel cactus significant to the desert?
The barrel cactus survive long periods of drought by storing sparse rain water in stem cells. Other species of cacti also store water. Leaves have evolved into thin spikes and thorns to reduce water loss, which would occur with conventual broad-leaves.
What part of the cactus plant helps it to live in the desert?
The cactus has the ability to store water in its fleshy stem so it can survive long periods of drought.
How long can a Christmas cactus live?
how long can a Christmas cactus live. our is 58 years old
What is the name of Giant cactus of desert regions of Arizona?
The Saguaro which may reach as high as 50 feet and live as long as 150 years.
How do flowers of ae cactus adapt to the desert?
A cactus that has flowers is giving the flowers fluids from within. A cactus is like a camel except with many more chambers. The cactus stores moisture for long periods of time.
How long does the red cactus live?
The red cactus ives for around 1-2 years
How long did the Cahuilla live?
In the desert Mojave Desert
How long does a button cactus plant live?
It can possibly live up to ten years
How do camels or cactus survive in the dessert?
Well, a camel can survive days without water. A cactus hold water and camels eat that and consume the water and can survive days with the water held in its stomach. Hope that helped you :D
Why do desert plants have long and spiny leaves?
The cactus has spiny leaves so the water that it retains can't evaporate so easily, and for protection.The cactus has spiny leaves so the water that it retains can't evaporate so easily, and for protection.
What is the life span of a Schlumbergera gaertneri Easter Cactus?
The Easter blooming cactus [Schlumbergera gaertneri] is a successful houseplant. So it can live for many years if its environment supports its needs. It's a jungle cactus from Brazil. So it's the opposite of the desert cactus in its needs.Specifically, the Easter cactus isn't used to direct, harsh or strong light. That's because in its native environment it's light deprived. The tropical forest is a thick, dense, dark place for a growing jungle cactus. What it lacks in light it more than makes up for in moisture. It handles warm, humid environments. So it won't live long if it's subjected to long hours of direct or strong light. Neither will it live long if it's put on a little or no watering schedule.
Why do cactus live so long?
The Cactus plant lives for extended periods of time due the lack of predators; nothing is there to kill it.
How long can a desert cactus live in the cold?
That depends upon the species. Some cacti can survive lengthy periods below zero while other species will not tolerate any temperature that falls below freezing.
