Saguaro cactus

The saguaro cactus is a tall, iconic plant native to the Sonoran Desert in Arizona, known for its impressive height and distinctive shape. It can grow over 40 feet tall and live for more than 150 years. Its thick, columnar stem stores water to survive long dry periods, and it develops large, upward-curving arms that help it capture sunlight and reproduce. The saguaro is essential for desert ecosystems, providing habitat and food for animals like birds, bats, and insects. Its striking appearance symbolizes desert resilience and adaptation to arid environments.