How do adaptations help the cactus survive?

Answer 1

That the kind of root system depends upon the kind of environment is the reason why the roots of a cactus plant may be offered as an example of environmental adaptation.

Specifically, a cactus plant may grow one of three (3) main kinds of root systems. The roots may be fibrous and shallowwhere rainstorms are few and far between. Or they may be tuberous where water must be stored underground to protect against heavy above-ground losses of moisture. Or the roots may be epiphytic where cactus plants grow high up on trees.

Answer 2

Cacti have various adaptations to survive in arid environments, such as water-storing tissues, reduced leaves to minimize water loss, and thick, waxy skin to prevent dehydration. Their spines protect them from predators and provide shade. Additionally, their shallow but widespread root systems allow them to quickly absorb water after rain.

Answer 3

It has a spongy stem for storing water . It's leaves are modified into spines that protects it from enemies and it has long roots . It also bears flowers.