Here is an interesting photo of a Saguaro cactus that has died, but its inner ribs are still standing tall.Many people go in the desert and search for these saguaro ribs and then use the material to make furniture.
I have several items in my house the include saguaro ribs and I really like have these items around. I grew up in the desert so they are familiar items to me and they look gorgeous.
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I presume that there are folks back East who did know know that Saguaro cacti have a skeleton of wooden ribs inside.
ReplyDeleteWhen you think of it, it is remarkable that something as tall and heavy as a Saguaro could stand without a central trunk like a tree.
These ribs must be especially strong to support the arms that grow out from the cacti.
I learn something here everyday.
ReplyDeleteThese ribs make beautiful accents to furniture and other decorative items.
ReplyDeleteI never knew about these ribs. Very interesting picture.
ReplyDeleteThe saguaro cacti are fascinating in so many ways. This brought back fond memories of our April trip. Thank you!
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