Sonoran Desert Vegetation
at
White Tank Mts. Regional Park & vicinity
Maricopa County, Arizona
by
Lee Sola

Biology Instructor
Glendale Community College
6000 West Olive Avenue
Glendale, AZ 85302

lee.sola@gcmail.maricopa.edu


        This is an evolving collection of photos developed over the course of several years, during which I have introduced many students to Sonoran desert vegatation at the White Tanks.  The website was created primarily for instructional use, but I hope that others will also enjoy the images.  The photos are my own, and they may be downloaded for personal or non-profit educational use only.
        Select from the list below to view photos of selected species or genera.  Accuracy of species identifications is not guaranteed.  I have done my best within the limitations of my time and expertise, and changes will be made as needed.  If anyone discovers errors, communication will be very much appreciated.

Saguaro (Carnegiea gigantea)
Teddy bear cholla (Opuntia bigelovii)
Cane cholla (Opuntia spinosior)
Prickly pear (Opuntia flavispina)
Desert Christmas cactus (Opuntia leptocaulis)
Hedgehog cactus (Echinocereus sp.)
Barrel cactus (Ferrocactus sp.)
Fishhook cactus (Mammilaria microcarpa)
Creosote bush (Larrea tridentata)
Triangle-leaf bursage (Ambrosia deltoidea)
Brittlebush (Encelia farinosa)
Ironwood (Olneya tesota)
Littleleaf paloverde (Cercidium microphyllum)
Velvet mesquite (Prosopis velutinus)
Ocotillo (Fouquieria splendens)
Jojoba (Simmondsia chinensis)
Mormon tea (Ephedra aspera)
Tomatillo (Lycium spp.)