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Steep rocks and Saguaro cactus

Rugged steep hillside dotted with tall cactus in Saguaro National Park, Tucson, Arizona

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Saguaro Cactus in snow. Winter desert scene

The Saguaro Cactus (Carnegiea gigantea) is one of the iconic plants of the Sonoran Desert in Southern Arizona and Western Sonora, Mexico. These plants are large cacti that develop branches as they grow and mature. The branches generally bend upward but not always. The fluted trunks and branches of the saguaro are covered with protective spines. In the late spring the plant develops white flowers and red fruit forms in the summer.

Saguaros are found only in the Sonoran Desert. To thrive they need water and the correct temperature. At higher elevations, the cold weather and frost can kill the saguaro. The Sonoran Desert experiences monsoon rains during July and August. This is when the saguaro obtains the moisture it needs to survive and thrive. These saguaro cacti were found in Catalina State Park near Tucson, Arizona, USA.

Sunset illuminates the boulders and saguaros of Tonto National Forest

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Views of the Sonoran Desert in the area of Tucson Arizona. Showing Saguaro Cactus and many shrubs. Carnegiea gigantea.

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Saguaro cactus in Arizona desert at sunset at Saguaro National Park USA. This park is located near Tucson, Arizona. This giant cactus is the universal symbol of the American west. These majestic plants are found only in a small portion of the US. The part is in two parts. One on east side of Tucson and one on the west side.

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Vulture Peak in springtime, Arizona's Sonoran desert. Tall Saguaro Cactus litter the hillside, surrounded by green desert plants. Rocky peak, blue sky and clouds in the background.

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