The desert in Nevada can be colorful, especially in the Spring if sufficient rainfall was received

Hoary Aster

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Mojave Prickly-Pear

Teddy-bear Cholla

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Desert Paintbrush

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Globe Mallow.  This one is unusual as most are yellow orange in color

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More Desert Paint-brush

Strawberry Hedgehog Cactus

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This may be Broadleaf Gilia

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Desert Fivespot

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Joshua Tree

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Beehive Cactus

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This is one of the largest Joshua Trees I saw.  Note the size comparison to the person standing under it.

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