Cactus seeds are often distributed by birds, which are attracted to the fruit. Germination occurs in the presence of sufficient water and warm temperatures.
After seed germination it can take several months for the basic barrel shape of the cactus seedling to become visible. It takes five to 10 years for small species to reach flowering size.
Flowering
If there has been sufficient rainfall, flowering occurs in most species during the spring, once temperatures are warm enough.
Most cacti are self-sterile, requiring pollen from a different individual plant. Depending on the cactus species, bees, wasps, beetles, butterflies, moths, birds and bats can pollinate cactus flowers.
Cactus fruits are seed-filled berries. They form at the base of the flowers and are often brightly colored and sweet to attract birds.
In cultivation, cactus plants can sometimes be induced to flower by keeping them in a dark place for up to six weeks and then providing light and water.
Cactus, like other plants, uses photosynthesis to get energy.
Germination
Cactus
Yes, some cactus plants can be toxic to cats if ingested. It is important to keep cactus plants out of reach of cats to prevent any potential harm.
There are three main types of germination. These main types of germination are dicot, monocot, and precocious germination. Spore and pollen germination are also common for some flowers and fungi.
Yes, Christmas cactus plants are non-toxic to cats.
Yes, holiday cactus plants are not considered toxic to cats.
germination is when a plant is being to grow
Cactus plants use their stems for storage. So that's where starches are stored. In fact, stems are where a cactus plant stores everything. Other, non cactus plants may use their roots for storage. But cactus roots are much too fibrous and shallow.
A cactus competes with other plants for water.
The cactus wren
The cactus is a plant that usually thrives in a dry environment.