Amistad National Recreation Area - Cactus

Amistad National Recreation Area by National Parks Service

Flowers that will fade in a few hours (NPS Photo) One of the most unusual of plants, cacti are a lesson in extremes. Not only do they tolerate drought and heat better than most plants, but their spinney, ungainly shapes would never suggest that they produce some of nature's most beautiful and delicate flowers. For more information and photos, visit our Field Guide to Cacti . ParkNet U.S. Department of the Interior FOIA Privacy Disclaimer FirstGov