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Cactus |
| most have spines (sometimes very fine) |
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| often given at Christmas |
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| classifying is difficult; divided into several categories |
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| cultivated |
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| often ornamental |
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| prized in botanical gardens |
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crossed the Atlantic on European ships trading
between South America and Africa |
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| prone to over-collection |
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| may be eaten by bugs |
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| found in dry environments |
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| occur in a wide range of sizes |
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| quickly absorb water |
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| roots with Latin and Greek nomenclature |
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| long dormancies |
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may cause changes in mood, perception and
cognition through their effects on the brain |
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| essential for dating non-literate cultures |
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