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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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What is the scientific name for cholla cactus?
CACTUS
Domain: Eukarya
Kingdom: Plantae
Subkingdom: Viridaeplantae
Infrakingdom: Streptophyta
Division: Tracheophyta
Subdivision: Spermatophytina
Infradivision: Angiospermae
Class: Magnoliopsidae
Superorder: Caryophyllanae
Order: Caryophyllales
Family: Cactaceae
*Please note that there are many Gena in the cactus family.
What is the taxonomy for a saguaro cactus?
The taxonomy for a saguaro cactus is:
- Kingdom: Plantae
- Phylum: Tracheophyta
- Class: Magnoliopsida
- Order: Caryophyllales
- Family: Cactaceae
- Genus: Carnegiea
- Species: Carnegiea gigantea
What is the class of cactus plants?
A xerophyte or xerophytic organism (xeromeaning dry, phyte meaning plant) is a plant which is able to survive in an environment with little available water or moisture, usually in environments where potential evapotranspiration exceeds precipitation for all or part of the growing season. Plants like the cacti and other succulents are typically found in deserts where low rainfall amounts are the norm, but xerophytes such as the bromeliads can also be found in moist habitats such as tropical forests, exploiting niches where water supplies are limited or too intermittent for mesophytic plants. Plants that live under arctic conditions may also have a need for xerophytic adaptations, as water is unavailable for uptake when the ground is frozen. Their leaves are covered with silvery hairs (creates wind break & light reflective surface).
Adaptations of xerophytes include reduced permeability of the epidermal layer, stomata and cuticle to maintain optimal amounts of water in the tissues by reducing transpiration, adaptations of the root system to acquire water from deep underground sources or directly from humid atmospheres (as in epiphytic orchids), and succulence, or storage of water in swollen stems, leaves or root tissues. The typical morphological consequences of these adaptations are collectively calle
What is the scientific name for the giant saguro cactus?
Carnegiea gigantea is the latin name for the saguaro cactus.
What is the scientific name of the Christmas cactus?
The scientific name consists of a genus name and a species name. The genus name for all Christmas or winter flowering cactus plants is Schlumbergera or Zygocactus. The genus name comes first, and is followed by any one of six species names or any one of countless hybrid information. For example, Schlumbergera truncata is the winter flowering crab or lobster cactus. Other scientific names include Schlumbergera opuntioides and Schlumbergera russelliana.
Most cultivated Christmas cactus plants are hybrids. Examples of common Schlumbergera hybrids include Schlumbergera 'Firecracker', Schlumbergera 'Gold Charm', Schlumbergera 'Joanne', Schlumbergera 'Lilac Beauty', and Schlumbergera 'Maria'.
The name "aloe" comes from the Arabic word "alloeh," meaning "shining bitter substance," referring to the sticky gel inside the plant's leaves that has been used for its medicinal properties for centuries.
What is the scientific name of the monkey tail cactus?
Fonquieria splendens is the scientific name of the monkey tail cactus. The cactus has many common names. Perhaps the best known is ocotillo shrub, from the Nahuatl 'ocote' for 'torch'. Other common names are candlewood, flamingsword, Jacob's staff, and vine cactus.
Yes, cacti do contain chlorophyll, which allows them to carry out photosynthesis and produce their own food using sunlight. This is essential for their survival in their often arid environments.
What is the name of the fruit of the cactus?
The fruit of the cactus is commonly known as a prickly pear or cactus pear. It is a sweet and flavorful fruit that grows on certain species of cacti.
Aloe is not a cactus; it is a succulent plant. While both aloe and cactus are adapted to dry environments and store water in their leaves, they belong to different plant families. Aloe plants are part of the Asphodelaceae family, while cacti belong to the Cactaceae family.
Does cactus jucie cure sunburns?
There is no scientific evidence to support the idea that cactus juice can cure sunburns. Sunburns should be treated with soothing creams, aloe vera gel, or moisturizers that can help alleviate discomfort and promote healing. It's also important to avoid further sun exposure and stay hydrated to aid in the healing process.
How is a old man cactus suited to it's habitat?
Senita or "senile" Old Man Cereus group cactus has hanging roots on the elbows of the upturned branches. When weight of the arm bends the roots take over, thus propagating and spreading forming bushclumps. The Cactus itself grows mainly in Mexico, with few in the American Southwest. The Old Man bears it's foul smelling pink blossoms at night on the six or seven ridge branch. Short spikes on the lower branches offer some protection from animals.
Why is the recovery of artifacts at Cactus Hill important?
The recovery of artifacts at Cactus Hill is important because it provides valuable insights into the lives of early humans in North America and their migration patterns. These artifacts help archaeologists understand how these early humans adapted to different environments and developed cultural practices. Additionally, Cactus Hill is one of the earliest archaeological sites in North America, making the recovery of artifacts there particularly significant for understanding the continent's prehistoric past.
Can cactus grow anywhere other than the dessert?
Yes, cacti are found in a variety of habitats, including the grasslands and even in a rainforest.
What are the hallucinations brought by cactus juice?
The main hallucinogenic cactus is the peyote cactus. the psychoactive alkaloid is called mescaline. There is not a term to specify just cactus hallucinogens, it would just be a hallucinogen.
please note that hallucinogen are not something to play around with, definitely not for recreational use. It should only be used as a spiritual tool.
How tall is a prickly pear cactus?
Individual specimens differ, but in general an organ-pipe cactus might reach 16 to 20 feet in height.
How do animals use cactus plants?
Garden tools are used to move cactus plants, because of their ferociously intimidating modified leaves. Gloves are used to handle cactus plants carefully. Moisture meters are used to gauge the amount of soil moisture. Protective eyewear such as sunglasses, and protective clothing are used to check the cactus over. Systemic fungicides are used now instead of copper sulfate to break the cycle of cactus decline from fungal attacks.
It is the biggest cactus on earth. It, habitat is theSonoran Desert of extreme southeastern California, southern Arizona and adjoining northwestern Mexico.
The magnificent Saguaro Cactus, the state flower of Arizona, is composed of a tall, thick, fluted, columnar stem, 18 to 24 inches in diameter, often with several large branches (arms) curving upward in the most distinctive conformation of all Southwestern cacti.
What is the fruit called that grows on a cactus?
The fruit of the barrel cactus [Ferocactus spp] are small berries. They show up in summer. Their appearance is preceded by the plant's large, bell or funnel shaped flowers that tend towards violet or yellow. A barrel cactus also may be found in the Echinocactus genus. This type of barrel cactus is characterized by open faced flowers that range from golden yellow to purple red. The blooms aren't followed by fruits. Instead, they're succeeded by papery seedpods.
Does the barrel cactus live in Kansas?
No, the barrel cactus (Ferocactus wislizenii) does not live in Kansas. The furthest east they grow is El Paso, Texas, and Las Cruces, New Mexico.
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cactus probably dies if you dont water it or if you poison it.
The size of a cactus depends upon the type. For example, some cactus plants are naturally taller, such as the 40 foot/12 meter giant saguaro cactus [Carnegiea gigantea] and the 50 foot/15 meter old man cactus [Cephalocereus senilis]. And some cactus plants are naturally smaller, such as the 2 inch/5 centimeter living rock or fossil cactus [Ariocarpus fissuratus] and sea urchin or silver dollar cactus [Astrophytum asterias].
The size also depends upon environmental conditions. For example, cactus plants may not do as well outside their native habitat despite vigilant care. The normally towering old man cactus in the wild tends to grow no taller than 3 feet/90 centimeters in cultivation.
What is the color of saguaro cactus seeds?
Black is the color of the seed of the saguaro cactus plant (Carnegiea gigantea).
Specifically, the seed starts out about the size of a grain of sand. It needs the filtered shade of the mesquite bush and some rare desert rain in order to start growing. With the rain, the seed swells to twice its size. A few days later, it sends a long thin root down into the ground. It then sends two tiny seed leaves up through the soil. The mesquite protects the seed from the harsh sun and heat that can stop the seedling from ever reaching its mature height of 15 - 50 feet (4.572 - 15.24 meters).
