cactoid
Cactoid is a botanical term used to describe plants or plant forms that resemble cacti in habit and appearance, though not necessarily belonging to the cactus family. As an adjective, it denotes cactus-like morphology, especially features such as a thick, succulent stem, vertical or angular ribs, and the presence of spines or spines-like projections. The term can also function as a noun, referring to an organism with a cactoid form.
True cacti belong to the family Cactaceae and are characterized by areoles, specialized structures from which
In horticulture and botany, cactoid descriptions are primarily used descriptively in cataloging and garden design. The
Related topics include cactus, succulent plants, spines, areoles, and plant adaptations to arid environments.