The desert in Nevada can be colorful, especially in the Spring if sufficient rainfall was received
Hoary Aster
Mojave Prickly-Pear
Teddy-bear Cholla
Desert Paintbrush
Globe Mallow. This one is unusual as most are yellow orange in color
More Desert Paint-brush
Strawberry Hedgehog Cactus
This may be Broadleaf Gilia
Desert Fivespot
Joshua Tree
Beehive Cactus
This is one of the largest Joshua Trees I saw. Note the size comparison to the person standing under it.
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