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The saguaro cactus [Carnegiea gigantea] may sprout from seed within 2-4 weeks. But it'll take 40+ years for the cactus to sprout branches and flowers. During the first four decades of its life, it concentrates energizing photosynthetic products into such life supporting processes as growth and water intake.
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What is a saguaro cactus?
Saguaro is a large, tree-sized cactus species in the monotypic genus Carnegiea.
Which seed can survive long?
sunflower seed
What is the name of Giant cactus of desert regions of Arizona?
The giant cactus found in the desert regions of Arizona is called the saguaro cactus (Carnegiea gigantea). It is known for its tall, tree-like structure and can live for over 150 years.
Do saguaro cactus plants grow in sandy conditions?
A saguaro would probably quickly get root rot and die as the soil in Florida is much too moist for a saguaro to remain healthy. They need a fast draining soil that does not remain wet for long after a rain.
How many meters long is a saguaro cactus?
Three (3) feet (0.9144 meters) may be how tall a saguaro cactus plant (Carnegiea gigantea) is after 15 years.Specifically, the saguaro is a slow-grower among plants in general and cactus plants in particular. But it makes up in mature height and longevity for what it lacks in speed! For example, its expected life span may reach 100-200 years. Also, its expected mature height may range from 15 - 50 feet (4.52 - 15.24 meters).
How long does it take a cactus to mature?
That depend upon the species. Some, such as the opuntias (prickly pear, cholla) can go from seed to a sizable plant in just a few short years. Others, such as the saguaro and barrel cacti, can take many decades to grow to a respectable size.
What kind of plants grow well in hot climates?
date palms , cactus and plants with long roots.
How long does it take to walk though the Saguaro Desert?
There are saguaro cacti that live in the desert but there is no Saguaro Desert.
How do cactus plants look fully grown?
The look of a fully grown cactus depends upon the particular cactus. For example, jumping cactus [Cylindropuntia fulgida] sheds its perilous spines once it's fully grown and heading into old age. In the way of another example, old man cactus [Cephalocereus senilisand Oreocereus spp] becomes enveloped in a downy beard from its fine, long, soft, white outer spines. As yet another example, the giant saguaro cactus [Carnegiea gigantea] finds its towering columnar profile enhanced with branching arms once fully grown.
How often should you water a saguaro cactus?
Not very often because cactuses are designed to live a long period without water. I would suggest once every week is fine.
Define the drought resistant plants?
plants that can stand for long periods of time w/o water like cactus
What is cactus that stores water in its stem called?
A cactus that stores water in its stem is called a succulent. Succulents have thick, fleshy stems or leaves that allow them to retain water in arid environments. Examples of succulent cacti include the popular prickly pear and barrel cactus.
