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Lava cacti are one of the most fascinating plants in the world. These strange and beautiful creatures can be found in a few select places on Earth, and they never fail to amaze those who see them.

Lava cacti are small, round cacti that grow in the Galápagos Islands. They have a reddish-brown or black colour, and their spines are often yellow or white. These cacti are only found on a few of the islands in the Galápagos, and they typically grow in areas with little to no vegetation.

Lava cacti are known for their ability to survive in extreme conditions. They can tolerate high temperatures and direct sunlight, and they do not need much water to survive. In fact, lava cacti often do not receive any rainfall at all during the year.

Despite their harsh conditions, lava cacti are actually quite delicate creatures. Their spines are very sharp, and their flesh is thin and easily damaged.

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Geeky Facts about the Lava Cactus

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It ranks as the smallest of the cacti species inhabiting its range.

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The entire combined area of habitation for this species only totals 38.6 sq mi (100 sq km).

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Their leaves have evolved into spikes.

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