*** About Saguaro Cactus: The saguaro cactus (Carnegiea gigantea) is an iconic symbol of the Sonoran Desert. These majestic plants can live up to 200 years and grow as tall as 60 feet. Saguaros develop slowly, taking up to 75 years to produce their first arm, yet each mature saguaro serves as a mini-ecosystem, providing food and habitat for myriad desert creatures including birds, reptiles, and mammals. The saguaro blooms with white flowers in late spring, followed by red fruit in summer, which are especially important for local wildlife like the Gila woodpecker and the saguaro's role in Native American cultures stems from its utility as a food source and building material.

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