PARA-75-Barrel-Cactus

Caretaker Status: Unknown

Affiliated companion(s): none

Level 2 - concrete
Word: Cactus (Barrel)

Origin:
Early 17th century (in the sense ‘cardoon’): from Latin, from Greek kaktos ‘cardoon.’ Barrel cacti are named for their shape.

Definition:
A succulent plant with a thick, fleshy stem that typically bears spines, lacks leaves, and has brilliantly colored flowers.
Cacti are native to arid regions of the New World and are cultivated elsewhere, especially as houseplants.
Barrel cactus are various members of the two genera Echinocactus and Ferocactus, found in the deserts of Southwestern North America.

Magic Status: 0 - Uninitiated

Wisdom Status: 0 - Unaware