Well, in the U.S. there are several states in the southwest that have desert areas where cacti grow - some of which are New Mexico, Arizona, Utah and the south western parts of Texas, to name a few. read more
Cactus heaven seems to be the tropical thornscrub. Here, cacti have an advantage during the long dry season, that lasts from October through May, but can replenish their water stash during the short, but well-defined rainy season, delivering some 15–25 inches (380–630 mm) of rain. read more
Cactus grow on rocky hillsides, alluvial fans and in barren washes throughout the desert. Natural History. Cactus is an American plant family not native to Europe, Africa or Australia. Very little is known about early cactus plants because only two cactus fossils have ever been found. read more