What type of plants are opuntias ?
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The genus is named for the Ancient Greek city of Opus, where, according to Theophrastus, an edible plant grew and could be propagated by rooting its leaves. The most common culinary species is the Indian fig opuntia (O. ficus-indica).
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Opuntia, popularly known as prickly pear, is a type of cactus. It is a member of the Cactaceae family of cacti. These are xerophytic plants that can be found primarily in deserts.
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- Because of its large water storage capacity, opuntia is classed as a succulent. They have a shallow root system that permits them to absorb water quickly. The photosynthetic process is replaced by crassulacean acid metabolism, and they have a thick waxy layer that minimises excessive water loss (CAM). It enables these plants to absorb carbon dioxide at night, when water loss is at its lowest.
- Opuntia is one of the most varied plant species, with a global distribution. Mexico is home to the majority of opuntia species in the wild.
- Opuntia plants are slow-growing and have shallow roots. Opuntia's roots spread horizontally. It has thick, cladode-like stems that are oblate in shape and succulent.
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