Last updated: June 29, 2025
Place
Living in Limestone Exhibit
NPS/CA Hoyt
Quick Facts
Location:
Big Bend National Park
Amenities
3 listed
Historical/Interpretive Information/Exhibits, Parking - Auto, Scenic View/Photo Spot
The limestone soils of this part of the park are favored by many desert plants. Stop at this overlook to learn more about the plants growing directly around the parking area.
The text on the exhibit reads, "Limestone weathers reluctantly in dry climates and leaves soils rough and stony, with few deep pockets to hold water and nutrients. Certain plants seem to like these dubious qualities. Look around for them as you walk back down the trail."
Caption 1. "Lechuguilla—5 to 7 foot stalk—greenish yellow leaves—purple and yellow flowers—typical of the Chihuahuan Desert."
Caption 2. "Hechtia—2 to 4 foot stalk—reddish tinged leaves—white flowers—grows nowhere else in the United States except in Big Bend country."
The text on the exhibit reads, "Limestone weathers reluctantly in dry climates and leaves soils rough and stony, with few deep pockets to hold water and nutrients. Certain plants seem to like these dubious qualities. Look around for them as you walk back down the trail."
Caption 1. "Lechuguilla—5 to 7 foot stalk—greenish yellow leaves—purple and yellow flowers—typical of the Chihuahuan Desert."
Caption 2. "Hechtia—2 to 4 foot stalk—reddish tinged leaves—white flowers—grows nowhere else in the United States except in Big Bend country."