What subject are you a nerd in?

[Kiki]

Waiting for the succulent questions

8. What is the purpose of the cacti’s “thorns”?

 

[Kiki]

8. What is the purpose of the cacti’s “thorns”?

Spoiler

The so-called “thorns” of a cactus are actually modified leaves, and the proper term is spines. They provide a bit of shade (any shade is welcomed by plants trying to survive in desert regions). The spines’ large surface area enables them to collect water from the air. Also, the spines help protect the cactus from potential predators … as well as foolhardy gardeners!

 

[Kiki]

Which one?

The one at the community resources places ended about two months ago, I loved it but I definitely would not have been able to manage it on top of all the other stuff I'm starting to take on.

My job at the UPS store is doing alright, I love pretty much all my coworkers, I haven't been scheduled a whole lot recently though (only got about 2-3 days last week but they were full day shifts so still got a decent amount of hours in) but one of my coworkers is about to leave so I'll be getting a lot more hours here soon.

Then my one at the youth services organization is starting to really pick up too. Mostly I've been their calendar and event outreach person, but the social media manager is leaving but instead of hiring a new one they want me to take on that as well as a bunch of other projects. I'm just glad this one is mostly remote - aside from a few meetings with the director weekly. The flexibility in my hours has really allowed me to do more than I would be able to otherwise.

I'm leaving for a veterinary studies program in Costa Rica on Friday, and will be there shadowing different clinics and zoos for about three weeks. I'm pretty excited. So my work stuff is going to have to take a little bit of a break, but it's going to make for a really great fall.

Send cool Costa Rica pics daily!

 

[Kiki]

Waiting for the succulent questions

3. Succulents thrive best indoors because they don’t like too much rain.

A. True
B. False

 

[Kiki]

3. Succulents thrive best indoors because they don’t like too much rain.

A. True
B. False

Spoiler: answer

Different varieties of succulents have different preferences, depending on their place of origin. For example, those from hot, arid regions of Africa and South America tend to prefer living outdoors in warmer plant zones that mimic desert environments. Those that aren’t winter hardy thrive better in an indoor environment.

Overwatering—whether delivered by a watering can or always-rainy climate—causes harm to most succulents. They become mushy, develop root rot, and/or die. So, just like other plant families, it’s important remember “right plant, right place!”

 

[Amer]

3. Succulents thrive best indoors because they don’t like too much rain.

A. True
B. False

False

 

[Kiki]

Ok ok she's happy now. View attachment 3898709

Goodnight all

He doesn't wait to get in bed nor does he sleep in his own spot. I have to constantly move him. He is dumb.

 

[fluffycrow]

8. What is the purpose of the cacti’s “thorns”?

1. They provide shade in full sun conditions.

2. They help keep wild goats and sheep (mostly) from eating them

 

[Kiki]

1. They provide shade in full sun conditions.

2. They help keep wild goats and sheep (mostly) from eating them

This providing shade thing...I had no clue!

 

[fluffycrow]

False

I see that's already been answered