Is a Cactus a Drink? Separating Fact from Desert Fiction
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Over 90% of a cactus's total biomass is water, but this doesn't mean you can just drink it. The idea of a cactus as a drink is a common misconception, heavily influenced by cartoons and movies, and the truth is that most cacti are not safe to drink from. While the prickly pear cactus is the source of a popular hydrating beverage, tapping a random cactus in the desert is extremely dangerous and can lead to serious illness.
