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Cactus Gardening
All cactus plants are succulents, but not all succulents are cactus plants. Being able to tell the difference is one of the concerns in the cactus gardening section. Other questions to be asked and answered include the specifics of a cactus plant's adaptability, environmental impact, growing conditions, harmful stresses, native habitats, propagation methods, and value for people and wildlife.
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Why cant cacti live by the ocean?
Cacti cannot thrive by the ocean primarily due to their specialized adaptations to arid environments, which include a need for well-drained soil and minimal moisture. Coastal areas often have high humidity and salt levels, which can be detrimental to cacti that are not equipped to handle such conditions. Additionally, cacti are adapted to survive prolonged droughts, whereas coastal ecosystems typically experience more consistent rainfall and moisture. These factors collectively make coastal habitats unsuitable for cacti.
What is the best month for planting Dragon Fruit?
Dragon Fruit (Pitaya or Pitahaya) can be planted at any time. Spring and Fall are suggested as the best time of year, but other months work, also.
What did the cactus look like 100 years ago?
100 years ago, the many species of cacti looked just as they look today. The process of evolutionary change takes much longer than one or two centuries, but several (or many) thousands of years.
Why are bulbs on roots on a cacti?
Some varities of cacti develop bulbs, or more accurately, nodules or tubers, on their roots as a means of storing specific nutrients that the plants need as they grow. Some root nodules store nitrogen while others maintain a high concentration of salts which aid in water absortion. Still other types of nodules may signal disease or infestation of some sort, depending on the species of cactus and its location.
Why does a cactus seed lie dormant for many years?
Cactsus seeds can lie dormant for many years so that they can survive until they have enough water to germinate and sprout. In the desert, many years may need to pass before enough water falls in the right season for cactus seeds to germinate.
Is the prickly pear and cactus relationship mutualism or commensalism?
A prickly pear is a cactus. There is no commensalism or mutualism.
What is the substrate of a cactus?
The substrate of a cactus typically consists of well-draining materials that mimic its natural desert environment. Common components include a mix of potting soil, sand, perlite, and gravel, which help prevent water retention and promote aeration. This type of substrate allows cacti to thrive by providing the necessary drainage while still retaining some moisture for the plant's needs. Additionally, it often has a slightly acidic to neutral pH, suitable for cactus growth.
Why does a cactus have thick stem?
Enlarged stems carry out photosynthesis and store water. Unlike many other succulents, the stem is the only part of a true cactus where this takes place. Much like many other plants that have waxy coatings on their leaves, Cacti often have a waxy coating on their stems to prevent water loss. This works by preventing water from spreading on the surface and allowing water to trickle down the stem to be absorbed by the roots and used for photosynthesis. Cacti have a thick, hard-walled, succulent stem - when it rains, water is stored in the stem. The stems are photosynthetic, green, and fleshy. The inside of the stem is either spongy or hollow (depending on the cactus). A thick, waxy coating keeps the water inside the cactus from evaporating.
When was the hoodia cactus first found?
The hoodia cactus was first found in the year 1779 by Robert Jacob Gordon. The flowers are said to smell like rotten meat and for this reason they are pollinated by flies.
Why can't cactus grow in a marshy area?
Because a cactus can't grow in clayey soil and there is a lot of water in the marshes, the cactus does not need a lot of water
Where is the Cactus Flower Cafe located?
The Cactus Flower Cafe has locations in Pensacola and Navarre, Florida and is a proudly Mexican restaurant. It was founded in 2001 by Lee Kafeety in Pensacola.
They are amongst the hardiest of plants. i've transplanted many without incident
yes if you are in the desert or going to the desert watch out.
It ate my uncle
Does a cactus need sun to survive?
Yes, Although most cactus can live in very dry environments, meaning with few water, they are still ordinary plants in the sense that they get their energy from the sun via the common photosynthesis process, which uses energy from sun's light , carbon dioxide and water, to produce chemical reactions needed to convert carbon into organic molecules, produce ATP (Adenosine triphosfate, a kind of cells fuel or energy storage) and releasing oxygen as a waste product. Cactus, slow growing, but still a plant.
Is there a blue flower cactus?
No. Cacti do not flower in blue- usually pink, yellow or white. If your cactus has blue flowers, they are probably fake.
Where water is stored in cactus plant?
In the stems. It grows it's roots far out to get nutrients and water from the soil.
