can cactus shoot their needles?
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p.s. theyre only small spines. Hey- It might seem to shoot the spines but that's an illusion. The smallest, fuzzy spines are unique to Opuntias and are called glochids, by the way. In the case of some species, Opuntia rufida for example, the glochids can be dislodged by a stiff wind.
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You might think cacti would grow deep roots to search for a constant supply of groundwater. Instead, they often develop extensive, shallow root systems that sit just under the surface of the Earth and can extend several feet away from the plant, ready to absorb as much water as possible.
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Most cactus plant are slow growers that eventually outgrow their home and require a larger pot, but repotting cactus can be a risky business. Repot cactus when the plant appears top heavy or out of proportion to its pot, or if roots grow through the drainage hole in the bottom of the pot.
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This bizarre mutant of the senita cactus grows only in two small areas in Baja California. The columnar stems are covered with smooth knobs and look like they were molded of soft wax. They are nearly spineless, but eventually may grow some semi-normal stems that will bloom with the typical small white flowers.
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Agave plants need a spot in full sun to partial shade. The hotter the climate is, the more shade they can handle.
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The Christmas cactus is not poisonous to humans or cats and dogs. ... The fibrous plant material of the cactus can cause vomiting and diarrhea in mass quantities.
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Cacti aren't just drought tolerant – they need some drought to survive. Their roots rot easily, and too much water can kill them. Unfortunately, the symptoms of overwatering in cactus are very misleading. ... As they get waterlogged, the roots will die and rot.
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From late October through November, the “Thanksgiving” cactus puts on a show that mocks every other resident of my window garden. This is when some two dozen fuschia-like flowers drip from all the leaf tips which cover the plant's five-inch pot. ... Your florist is sure to have one already in bud or bloom at this time.
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Pine, Fir and Spruce Needles. That leaves the needles. Yes, you can eat pine needles, and they do make a pretty good tea, but I've found that the needles of pine's cousins, the firs and spruces, taste less like turpentine and more like citrus.
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Getting stuck by popular golden barrel cactus can actually hurt more. The cacti have been tested for thorn toxicity, but none exists. Still, the spines come encased in microscopic sheaths that often remain in the flesh after the spine is removed.
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The needles can create more of an issue, as they are not easily digested and can cause gastrointestinal irritation, vomiting, an obstruction, or perforate the intestines.
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You can try to repot the plant, removing diseased soil and replacing it with sterile soil. You should wash the roots off well before replanting in fresh potting medium. A soft, mushy cactus can also be saved by taking cuttings and letting them root for a fresh new plant.
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The roots of the Yucca plant are quite invasive and if grown in the garden can cause trouble to the nearby plants and their roots. They spread throughout the area in a weed-like manner for the search of water and nutrient. So it is advised to plant Yucca in a pot or large container to avoid the root spread.
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Roots. Many cacti have roots that spread out widely, but only penetrate a short distance into the soil. In one case, a young saguaro only 12 cm (4.7 in) tall had a root system with a diameter of 2 m (7 ft), but no more than 10 cm (4 in) deep. Cacti can also form new roots quickly when rain falls after a drought.
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Christmas Cactus & Cat Safety According to the ASPCA plant database, Christmas cactus is not toxic or poisonous to cats, but insecticides and other chemicals used on the plant may be toxic.
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Is a Christmas cactus poisonous to cats? Christmas Cactus (which actually isn't even a cactus) isn't toxic to pets, but the fibrous material can cause digestion issues if your pet chews on it.
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Not every variety of cactus is well-suited for growing outdoors in Utah, but surprisingly many are. ... Many of the cacti in the Opuntia or prickly pear family are known to be cold-hardy, and they come in a wide range of shapes and sizes.