Origin: Mexico and to Arizona and Californi Family: Cactaceae
Common Name: Saguaro Cactus Drought Tolerance: High
Salinity Tolerance: Low Sun Tolerance: Medium
Wind Tolerance: Medium Water Requirement: Low
PH Level: Basic Pest Tolerance: High
Disease Tolerance: High Growth Rate: Slow Fragrance: No
Beautiful and majestic, the Saguaro Cactus is a rare species of cactus native to the Sonoran Desert in Arizona, USA. Its distinctive shape makes it an ideal addition to any southwestern garden. Growing up to 78 ft in height, the Saguaro Cactus is one of the most striking plants on the planet.
saguaro, (Carnegiea gigantea), also spelled sahuaro, large cactus species (family Cactaceae), native to Mexico and to Arizona and California in the United States. The plants provide protective nesting sites for many species of desert birds, and the flowers are an important source of nectar for pollinating birds, insects, and bats.
