~ OLD MAN SAGUARO ~
The saguaro is an arborescent (tree-like) cactus species which can grow to be over 70ft. tall. It is native to the Sonoran Desert in Arizona, the Mexican State of Sonora, and the Whipple Mountains and Imperial County areas of California. The saguaro blossom is the state wildflower of Arizona. Its scientific name is given in honor of Andrew Carnegie. Saguaros have a relatively long lifespan. They may grow their first side arm any time from 75–100 years of age, but some never grow one at all. A saguaro without arms is called a spear. Some that have crown like tops are called Crested Saguaros. Image taken at
Theodore Roosevelt Lake - Arizona.
Uploaded on May 20, 2015