“Desert plants” crossword clue
Answer
C
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•••••CACTI
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.CACTI is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Desert plants”. It was last seen in the puzzle of August 4, 2025, where it runs at 45 Across and fills 5 squares. It crosses 5 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.
Crossing entries
Aug 4, 2025 grid30DWool-producing ranch10 ltrs›36DShort lines at the register?3 ltrs›37DPermit3 ltrs›38DPrefix with cycle or code3 ltrs›42DWhen Hamlet duels with Laertes in "Hamlet"4 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
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