Windstorm and hail damage at the Garden, September 1, 1946. Photo shows damaged Palm House, flooded plaza and water lily pools. All flowers and leaves were destroyed.
Torch cactus, Cereus validus, is one of the giant cacti on display in the Desert House. Mrs. Gene Jarvis, volunteer, gives perspective to the giant specimen. MBG Bull 56(10):5 (Oct. 1977).