Thursday, May 10, 2007

Cactus

Cacti with one of the 'Tres Virgines' mountains in the background

I've seen more shapes, sizes and varieties of cactus these last few days than I knew existed. There are thick forests of them for miles and miles along the roads. At first I stopped and took several photos every hour or so, but after the millionth cactus plant, they all start blending together.

Amazing that a succulent flower like this can survive in the harsh desert environment.