*** About Saguaro Cactus: The saguaro cactus (Carnegiea gigantea) is an iconic symbol of the Mexican-American deserts, primarily growing in the Sonoran Desert. Towering above the desert floor, these cacti can reach heights of up to 60 feet and live for more than 150 years. Saguaros have a slow growth rate, sometimes only growing an inch in several years, but their longevity and impressive stature at maturity make them key pillars of desert ecosystems. Each saguaro develops branches, or "arms," as they age, adding to their distinct silhouette against the desert horizon. These cacti bloom with white flowers in late spring and early summer, producing red fruit that is an essential food source for local wildlife.

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