The prickly pear cactus was designated the official plant symbol of Texas in 1995. (5 years and 2343 days ago)
Prickly Pear Cactus - created by Wayne Cheah
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That's a nice shot, but it sure doesn't look like Texas (although the theme doesn't say it has to BE in the place it's a symbol for, so I guess it's fine)
If this is Texas those cactus would be twice as big and oozing with oil
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