This desert plant found in Southwestern United States can survive in the harsh desert climate by staying dormant. When it rains, it grows new leaves and flowers. On seed maturity, it sheds its leaves and becomes dormant again. Identify the plant.

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Joshua tree

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Ocotillo

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Solution

The correct option is C Ocotillo

Ocotillos are desert plants. Most are endemic to Mexico, but also found in USA. This desert plant found in Southwestern United States can survive in the harsh desert climate by staying dormant. When it rains, it grows new leaves and flowers. On seed maturity, it sheds its leaves and becomes dormant again.

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