English can be confusing, so which word is used to describe multiple cactus plants? Which plural form of cactus is correct?
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A small Thanksgiving cactus in a pot. Did you know these plants are endemic to a small rainforest area in…
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The Chihuahuan fishhook cactus is a beautiful flowering succulent with a small range. However, you don’t need to live in…
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The ric rac cactus is an extraordinary plant that captivates succulent enthusiasts. And it is easy to see why. The…
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Myrtillocactus geometrizans fukurokuryuzinboku (mur-till-oh-KAK-tus–gee-oh-MET-rih-zanz–fu-ku-ru-ku-ryu-jin-bo-ku) is more commonly known by the much easier to pronounce name boobie cactus or booby cactus.…
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Have you ever tasted a delicious prickly pear fruit? These edible fruits grow on cacti and they are very refreshing…
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Dog tail cacti are popular house plants among succulent and cacti enthusiasts. They are very easy to care for when…
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The fishbone cactus is a popular houseplant for a good reason. This unique plant is attractive year-round, is easy to…
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You might be surprised to learn that, technically speaking, every cactus is a flowering cactus. Despite their sometimes plain and…
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The Beavertail Prickly Pear cactus goes by many names. This unique cactus belongs to the genus Opuntia. Within this genus…
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The Santa Rita Prickly Pear is a beautiful plant with lovely colors. The flowers are vibrant and so are the…
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Have you recently grown an interest in cacti and other succulents? One of the most popular low-maintenance cacti to take…
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The pencil cactus is a unique succulent. It’s found all over the world as a houseplant and comes in many…
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The ocotillo cactus is a beautiful semi-succulent that produces dazzling small red flowers. It has many names and is a…
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The starfish cactus is a very popular houseplant all over the world, and it’s understandable why. This beautiful succulent impressively…
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The coral cactus is a favorite for many house plant enthusiasts, but guess what? Technically, this beautiful and vibrant plant…
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The monkey tail cactus is one of the most popular houseplants in the world. It’s loved for its many beautiful…
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Houseplants have grown in popularity. Although not all cacti are suited for life indoors, some are, does this include the…
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Unless you regularly study plants, scientific names are not always easy to remember. So, there are more common names that…
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Are you starting your houseplant journey? If you’ve recently searched for easy and beautiful cacti to grow, there’s a good…
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The San Pedro cactus, also known as the Echinopsis pachanoi, is a fascinating South American cactus with a rich history.…
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Christmas cacti are beautiful succulents with vibrant flowers. They are popular gifts during the holiday and are unique plants. For…
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Cacti come in all sorts of shapes and sizes. These beautiful succulents are impressive and can grow anywhere, including cool…
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The Peruvian apple cactus is an absolutely gorgeous cactus species! The columnar, upright Peruvian apple cactus is a native of…
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Have you ever heard of the old man cactus? Consider growing an old man cactus if you want a houseplant…
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Slow-growing and up to six feet tall, the fairy castle cactus is also known by its scientific name Acanthocereus tetragonus.…
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Have you ever heard of the night blooming cactus? The term refers to a few different types of tall-growing cacti…
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Orchid cacti, also known as Epiphyllum cacti, are forest cacti with extraordinarily beautiful flowers on long, flat branches. Orchid cacti…
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Even if you don’t live in the desert, you’ve probably seen a barrel cactus at some point. They are as…
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The brain cactus is a fascinating plant with a very descriptive name. The Cristata variant of Mammillaria elongata, sometimes known…
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If you’re interested in growing various types of outdoor cacti, you might be wondering which species are the best fit…
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The dragon fruit cactus is the perfect choice for you if you want to grow your very own fruit that…
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Stenocereus thurberi, or the organ pipe cactus, gets its common name from the way it grows in several directions and…
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Are you looking for low-maintenance houseplants? Well, step right up to the wonderful world of indoor cacti. These unique and…
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The cholla cactus is a pretty incredible plant, though natives of Arizona are other parts of the Sonoran desert tend…
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Every passerby will undoubtedly notice the saguaro cactus wherever they grow. With their unusual and gorgeous blossoms, huge bodies, and…
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Low-maintenance, hardy plants that feature unique shapes and colorful blooms, cacti are wonderful plants to grow both inside and outside.…
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In this article, we will explore some types of cacti that can withstand frosty winter temperatures and tips for keeping…
