Desert is a dry, large area of land with very few plants. Spine is a sharp point on a plant or animal. Prickly pear cactus is a type of cactus or desert plant which has long spines and bears oval fruits. Saguaro cactus is a giant cactus from southwestern USA and Mexico that can grow up to 60 feet tall. Bloom means if a flower blooms, it opens. Sweeten means to make something taste sweet. Edible means safe or good enough to eat. High quality means very good.