Cactus+and+Succulents

This series of images will deal with the remarkable plants known as cactus and succulents who have the ability to store lots of water and survive in desert climates. Some cactuses like the Cholla expand like an accordion when they have a lot of water stored in their leaves or branches. These types of plants can be found in desert climates in many places in the world. Living Stones are an example of Succulents, a type of water storing plant, usually a lot smaller than most cactus plants. Below are links to an number of these amazing plants, plus a few desert flowers and trees. Explore for yourself!

Golden Barrel Indian Fig Boxing Glove Cholla Mother of Hundreds Montrose Totem Pole Octopus Opuntia Kelvinensis Pitayo Prickly Pear Queen Victoria Agave Chain Fruit Cholla Long Spined Prickly Pear Ruby Ball Red Flowering Cactus Desert Flowers Palo Verde Mesquite Living Stones Saguaro