Deep-Rooted Water Cactus

The deep-rooted water cactus is a large, spherical cactus that is light blue in color. It's hollow in the inside, where copious amounts of water and an edible light pink meat lining the walls can be found. Instead of spines, it's covered in thin, fine white hairs that protect it from blowing sand and debris. Its flowers, soft lilac in color, sprout along its ridges. The cactus only grows two or three flowers at a time.

The most unique feature of all, however, are the roots. Because Crimson Hollow has no surface water, the deep-rooted water cactus evolved its roots to be able to burrow not through just sand, but through hard sediment and sandstone. This is necessary in order for the cactus to reach the giant aquifer deep below the surface.

The roots are also capable of "drinking" water in order to store it inside the hollow interior of the cactus. This allows for the cactus to remain alive in the event that it is separated from its roots. Once the cactus settles, it can then regrows the roots.

Basic Information

Ecology and Habitats

The deep-rooted water cactus is native to the desert moon known as Crimson Hollow. While it more easily thrives in flat, rocky areas and near or among mesas, it can also be found among the sandy dunes.

Additional Information

Uses, Products & Exploitation

Wild animals frequently take advantage of the water inside the cactus as a drinking source. Despite this, the deep-rooted water cactus is extremely common on Crimson Hollow and there are no signs of it becoming endangered any time soon.

Lifespan

250 years