The Ocotillo, Fouquieria splendens, also known as coachwhip, candlewood, or desert coral is a shrub known for its unique looks. The Ocotillo has long cane-like stems that branch from a base at different angles. These stems are mainly leafless, but produce clusters of bright red flowers from the stem’s tips, after which it was named.

The Ocotillo is a common and adaptable desert plant that is native to the south of the United States and northern deserts of Mexico, preferring open and very rocky habitats with well-drained soil. The lifespan of the Ocotillo is between 60 to 100 years.