Tuesday, March 10, 2009

Ocotillo

After a rain, leaves appear directly from the branches.

Flowers appear as well.

After several dry weeks, the leaves turn red and gold and fall off. It looks like the entire bush is on fire. That's why it is also called flamingsword and candlewood. More info about ocotillo at desertusa.

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