Ripening-Peaches

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Have you ever wondered why cactus have spines? 🌵 The primary function is to shade the cactus. Thousands of spines on each cactus can provide the shade they need.😎

Another obvious function of cactus spines is to protect the cacti from animals and people. Most animals are deterred by them.

Cactus spines also help certain species of cacti such as Cholla (Teddy bear cholla, pictured), to root and spread.

Spines of the Cholla have tiny barbs at the tips that are specialized to detach onto anything that comes too close. Once they fall off, if conditions are right, they will grow.

Hopefully, you have a new appreciation for cacti and their spines. Just remember to look and not touch unless you are wearing protective gear.😉

Little agave like this compact type of Victoria ag

Same Lucy, same.😁

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