This is an ORIGINAL Drawing(not a print), signed and dated. THIS CAT WITH THE SAGUARO WON AN AWARD ON NOVEMBER 2007. THANKS SO MUCH FOR THE PEOPLE THAT VOTED FOR HIM. The Saguaro Cactus has a smooth and waxy skin and is covered with two-inch spines that are located on the tree's vertical ribs. In May and June, the Cactus bears creamy white flowers with yellow centers that measured about three inches. The Saguaro Cactus flower can be found on the end of the branches. The flower only opens on cooler nights and is closed during the heat of midday. The stem of the cactus can be 18 to 24 inches in diameter, The Cactus and its branches grow upright as do all cacti in the southwestern U.S. When it rains the Saguaro Cactus soaks up water and holds it in its ribs. Since it does not rain a lot in the desert, the cactus uses the water that it stores when it doesn't rain. The Saguaro Cactus is Arizona's state flower. The average lifespan for a Saguaro cactus is about 200 years. I'm so happy to have a big Saguaro in front of my house, and I named him, "The Resort", because is full of birds.And again, my Black Cat poses for me with a Saguaro cactus, in a beautiful sunset. I hope you enjoy it. Used Artagain/Strathmore 60lbs. paper with Prismacolor Premier Colored Pencils./Rembrandt Soft Pastels, and White Gel Ink.