The Ironwood tree only grows in the Southwest’s Sonoran desert. It is one of the biggest and oldest plants, growing to heights of 45 feet and persisting in the desert heat for as long as 1,200 years. Many species of Sonoran wildlife depend on it for survival.
It's a beautiful tree and a very unusual sight for me. I don't remember this one on the desert tour I took so very long ago and I'm sure they would've mentioned it. Must be old age. =)
