Prickly plants
LA Times Crossword clue and verified answer for Friday, July 17, 2026.
"Prickly plants"
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A
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CACTI
Letter analysis
Letters
5
Vowels
2
Unique
4
Direction
Across
About this clue
The clue "Prickly plants" in the LA Times Crossword for Friday, July 17, 2026 resolves to CACTI, a 5-letter answer.
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