kaktowate
Kaktowate, commonly known as cacti, are a family of flowering plants belonging to the family Cactaceae. This diverse group includes approximately 1,750 known species distributed primarily in the Americas, ranging from coastal deserts to high-altitude regions. Cacti are characterized by their thick, fleshy stems, which serve as water storage organs, allowing them to survive in arid and semi-arid environments where water scarcity is prevalent.
The leaves of cacti are typically reduced to spines or spiny scales, a feature that minimizes water
Cacti produce vibrant, tube- or crown-shaped flowers, often attracting pollinators such as bees, bats, and birds.
Ecologically, cacti play vital roles in desert ecosystems by providing shelter and food for a variety of
Overall, cacti represent an important evolutionary adaptation to dry climates and continue to be subjects of