Cacti Evolving Shockingly Fast The deserts of North and South America are home to an astonishing array of cactus species, each with unique adaptations that enable them to thrive in some of the harshest environments on Earth.
However, what's truly remarkable about these plants is their rapid evolution in response to changing conditions.
Understanding the Speed of Cactus Evolution Recent studies have revealed that certain cacti are undergoing significant genetic changes at an astonishing rate, sometimes within a matter of decades rather than millennia.