Saguaro National Park
Saguaro cactus (carnegiea gigantea) is one of the defining plants of the Sonoran Desert. These cacti resemble trees because of their branches (or arms) that generally bend upward. Not all saguaro grow arms and none grow arms until many years into their 150-200 year lifespan. These magnificent giants grow extreamly slowly. A 10 year old can stand as short as 1.5 inches tall, but can grow to be between 40-60 feet! When rain is plentiful and the saguaro is fully hydrated it can weigh up to 4800 pounds. They are covered with protective spines with white flowers in spring, and red fruit in summer. This national treasure covers many parts of the Sonoran desert like a forest. They are the largest cactus in the United States.
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