Saguaro Cactus Blossoms


-The saguaro cactus blossom, also known as the white blossom of the saguaro, is the state flower of Arizona
-It's the flower of the Carnegiea gigantea cactus, the largest cactus in the United States
-The saguaro blossom is white, about 3 inches in diameter, and funnel-shaped ... it has a strong smell
-It typically blooms in May and June on the tips of the cactus's long arms ... the flowers open at night and close the following day, usually lasting less than 24 hours