Cactus evolving faster than expected explained: Cacti are usually associated with slow growth, dry deserts, and long lifespans. But new research suggests these plants are far more dynamic than they appear. Scientists have discovered that cacti are evolving and creating new species at a surprisingly fast rate, making them one of the fastest-diversifying plant groups on Earth, as per a report.
Researchers at the University of Reading found that the secret behind this rapid evolution is not flower size, but how quickly cactus flowers change shape over time.
