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Carnegiea

Carnegiea

9.9
A group of cactus plants that has only the saguaro in the Sonoran Desert of North America
  • noun
  • /kɑrˈnɪɡiə/
  • Specialized
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  • Carnegiea gigantea, commonly known as the saguaro cactus, can survive for decades in the Sonoran Desert.

Examples

  • The Carnegiea genus is represented solely by the saguaro cactus in North America.

  • Carnegiea gigantea can reach impressive heights, making it a symbol of the desert landscape.

  • Researchers studied the growth patterns of Carnegiea in different regions of the Sonoran Desert.

  • The Carnegiea is a symbol of the Sonoran Desert.

  • Many tourists visit the Carnegiea during their trip.

  • The iconic Carnegiea is essential to the ecosystem of the Sonoran Desert.

  • In spring, the Carnegiea blooms with beautiful white flowers, attracting numerous pollinators.

Synonyms

saguaro
vsCarnegiea
  • US
5 8.7

A very large cactus like a tree that grows in the desert and has white flowers and red fruit

is the scientific genus name for that same plant
Carnegiea gigantea
vsCarnegiea
  • Specialized
9.8

A very large tree-like cactus with arms, white flowers, and red edible fruit

is the genus name that contains that single species
sahuaro
vsCarnegiea
  • US
9.9

A very large cactus that grows in the desert and has white flowers and red fruit

is the scientific genus name rather than the common name

Compounds

Carnegiea gigantea
  • Specialized
9.8

A very large tree-like cactus with arms, white flowers, and red edible fruit

Surface Forms

Carnegiea singular
Carnegieas plural

Etymology

Carnegiea is the scientific name that honors the steel maker and museum supporter Carnegie. The full name Carnegiea gigantea ends with a word that means 'giant', so the name points to the very tall saguaro cactus found in the desert.