Are Cacti Monocots Or Dicots? (EXPLAINED)

by Joey Bruno

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Question: Are cacti considered monocots or dicots?

Quick Answer: Botanists classify Cacti as dicots.

Why Are Cacti Considered Dicots?

Cacti are classified as dicots because their seeds produce more than one juvenile leaf. When sprouted, they release a tiny stem with two leaves, and these two leaves define cacti as a dicot.

Dicots Similar to Cacti

Butterwort
pelican flower
Baobab tree
Rafflesia Arnoldii
White Baneberry

Joey Bruno

Hey, I’m Joey. I’ve been cooking since I was a little kid and love everything about it. You can find my writing about food, kitchen appliances (such as blenders) and much more. Thanks for stopping by!