| Saguaro | |
| Cereus giganteus, Cactus family (Cactaceae)
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| Flowers: | The Arizona State Flower -- Puffy, shiny white petals around a pale gold center, to 3" wide, typically bloom at night and last only 1 day. |
| Cactus: | Tree-like structure with branches to 20" in diameter, rounded at top. Ribs expand when more moisture is present, and shrink in "accordion-like" pleats during dry times. |
| Height: | Reputed to grow as tall as 50'. |
| Photographed June
1, in Superstition Mountain area. Typically found on rocky slopes, only in the Sonoran desert. |
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