TUCSON, Ariz. — How much do you know about the Sonoran Desert's defining plant?
Watch the video above to learn five quick facts about the saguaro.
What is the average life span of a saguaro? The cactus lives between 150-200 years-old.
-Arizona Sonoran Desert Museum
How tall can a saguaro grow? These green giants can stand anywhere from 40-60 feet tall!
-Arizona Sonoran Desert Museum
What is the scientific name for saguaro? "Carnegiea gigantea" is another name for the cactus species.
-Department of Agriculture
How much does a fully hydrated saguaro weigh? After a good amount of monsoon storms, a fully hydrated saguaro can weigh anywhere from 3,200-4,800 pounds.
-Arizona Sonoran Desert Museum
How many saguaros reside in Saguaro National Park? According to a 2010 census, 1,896,030 are spread out across the park.
-nps.gov
Related: Iconic saguaro is symbol of the southwest and Absolutely Arizona
