Ocotillo
82 images Created 24 May 2015
Ocotillo, Fouquieria splendens
Waving in the desert breeze, they seem from another world. Ocotillo bring forth bright red flowers in spring - and temporary foliage any time following rains. During dry spells, the leaves are shed to preserve water.
Waving in the desert breeze, they seem from another world. Ocotillo bring forth bright red flowers in spring - and temporary foliage any time following rains. During dry spells, the leaves are shed to preserve water.