Fouquieria splendens
by Joe Schofield
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Fouquieria splendens
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Joe Schofield
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Photograph - Photography
Description
A most healthy ocotillo plant complete with vibrant red blossoms stands prominently in the dry, desert springtime - Anza-Borrego desert, California.
Ocotillo (Fouquieria splendens) are one of easiest plants to identify in the desert. They are a large shrub with long cane-like unbranched spiny stems that grow from a short trunk. Small 2 inch leaves will grow from the stems when there is enough moisture. Dense clusters of red tubular flowers grow from the end of the stems from March through June.
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February 12th, 2025
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Jim Cook
Your photo really depicts the beauty and multitudes of colors to be found in such a remote and harsh environment.
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