this weird cactus

It's called a 'crested saguaro'. It is a somewhat rare condition. Biologists disagree as to why some saguaros grow in this unusual form. Some speculate that it is a genetic mutation. Others say it is the result of a lightning strike or freeze damage. http://www.amusingplanet.com/2015/08/crested-saguaro-cactus.html

Those little flowers popping out on the sides is the Arizona State Flower.
https://statesymbolsusa.org/symbol/arizona/state-flower/saguaro-cactus-blossom

[Saskia Holditch]

What a cool cactus!

[Mark Kosobiecki]

OMG, this is such an awesome shot. It almost looks fake. I mean that in a good way!

[Walks @ 7]

WHOA! I have never been gifted to see one of these. Most amazing, even for Arizona which, as you know, is jammed pack full of unique things.

[kali]

its just put on a fancy hat!

[Lyn Todd]

how cool - it looks just like a feather!

[*lynn]

really cool, thanks for showing us!

[Susie]

Cool, interesting capture

[Robert Barr]

What a beautiful variation of the saguaro. Great capture.

[Bep]

Surrealistic!

[Anne Hughes]

Brilliant shot and a site to behold Fav

[KWind]

So unique!! I love it!

[AlyssaKmac]

Fav!!! I can't believe this crazy cacti, but I love it. Also, black and white looks amazing here

[Jennifer]

so cool!

[Wim Enserink]

Whatever the reason may be, they are special and beautiful at the same time.

[Rachel Holbrook]

How fabulous is that! I love those cacti, but never saw one like that on my travels in Arizona.

[Karly]

The shape is so beautiful - amazing design! Such a soft look for a cactus.

[Tricia O'Donnell]

Wow amazing design!

[365street]

How unusual, such strange patterning.

[Saxa van Eijnsbergen]

strangely beautiful!

[Jerome]

excellent! love it. fav

[Seema Miah]

Wow - never knew such a think was possible. It's creepy yet beautiful at the same time.