👉 Ctenectropis is a genus of plants in the family Fabaceae, commonly known as the cacti. These plants are characterized by their spiky stems and leaves with thorns or prickles, which they use to protect themselves from predators. Ctenectropis species can grow up to 2 meters tall, making them some of the tallest flowering plants in the world. They are native to the southwestern United States and Mexico, where they are found in rocky areas like