Cacti (sub. Botany)

Cacti are amazing plants that survive in dry, harsh environments. They have thick stems to store water and spines instead of leaves to reduce water loss and protect them from animals.

Cacti produce large, colourful flowers, that attract pollinators and turn into fruits, which help spread their seeds. Some cacti, like the prickly pear, have edible parts used in cooking and medicine. Popular as easy-to-care-for ornamental plants, cacti are crucial for their ecosystems, providing food, shelter, and preventing soil erosion.