Everybody knows that flowers have symbolic meaning. Red roses, for example, symbolize romantic love, while yellow roses symbolize friendship. Even though they’re the same type of flower, they impart two very different meanings because of their color difference!

That’s why it’s important to know what kind of message a plant (or cactus) sends before you give it to someone. Could you imagine screwing up by giving your significant other or secret crush yellow roses on Valentine’s Day? Yikes! (Talk about the friend zone).

Just like flowers, cacti and succulents have their own symbolic meaning that you should know about. Today we’re going to share with you what it means if someone gives you a cactus, and what you’re saying to your loved ones when you give them this prickly succulent! 

• They Think You’re Strong
• They Care About You
• They Want to Protect You
• They May be Attracted to You

5 Myths About Cactus Plants:

• Cactus Plants Do Not Need To Be Watered
• All Cactus Grows Only In Places With Hot Climate With No Winter
• Cactus Plants Are Indestructible
• Cactus Plants Have A Slow Growth & Do Not Bloom
• Cactus Plants Should Not Be Gifted

Quick Facts

The cactus is a member of the plant family Cactaceae, which consists of about 1750-2000+ known species. Cacti are found from British Columbia to South America and have been introduced and adapted to Australia, East Africa and the Mediterranean, in places of warm and dry climate. The word “cactus” derives from Latin kaktos, meaning spiny plant whose identity is not certain. Recognized for its endurance and ability to thrive in trying environments, they are classified as stem succulents as they have specialized, fleshy stems.