saguaro ccottsdale: Scottsdale Plants: A Rare Crested Saguaro
- 02/26/13 09:07 AM
- Scottsdale Arizona Plants and Cacti: A Rare Crested Saguaro-
Whether you are a full-time resident or seasonal visitor, it is hard to not admire the large, stunning saguaro cacti we are fortunate enough to enjoy all over Scottsdale.
Once in a while, you will see a saguaro like the one on the left. It is a rare condition called a crested saguaro or cristate saguaro. It is unknown how or why this happens, but some top theories include lightning damage, a genetic mutation or frost damage. Regardless of the cause, a crested saguaro is extremely rare. Experts estimate that … (2 comments)
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