Researchers are concerned the declines will lessen the scale of and in some cases possibly eliminate the large saguaro forests in Arizona.

Why you should care Giant Saguaros, an icon of the southwest. This majestic cactus is found only in the Sonoran Desert. But over the last five years, people are noticing more and more of them are ...

Imagine standing under the blinding sun of the Sonoran Desert, surrounded by towering, ancient sentinels with spiny arms stretched toward the sky. These aren’t just plants—they’re survivors, icons, ...

A new study finds that the Sonoran Desert’s iconic cactuses are suffering, not only from prolonged drought but also from ...

How do Saguaro Cacti survive in the desert? The Saguaro National Park is found in the Sonoran Desert. This Park is home to the largest species of cacti. Find out more about this interesting desert ...

Yet the Desert Botanical Garden is home to thousands of species of cacti, trees and flowers from all around the world. The garden's brightly colored plants sharply contrast the Sonoran Desert's ...

The city of Tucson, Arizona, sits on America’s southern border, surrounded by the cactus-strewn landscapes of the Sonoran ...

Orchid Fever promises a feast of form, fragrance and living art for devoted orchid lovers and those seeking a sensory escape.

The Sonoran Desert's other natural treasures include the prickly pear, used in a variety of skincare products, and the granddaddy of cacti, the saguaro, which can live for hundreds of years and grow ...

It’s also a big deal for conservation: the new land helps protect vital Sonoran Desert habitat, where desert tortoises roam, mountain lions prowl, and towering saguaro cacti—some reaching 60 feet and ...

Yet the Desert Botanical Garden is home to thousands of species of cacti, trees and flowers from all around the world. The garden's brightly colored plants sharply contrast the Sonoran Desert's ...