Joshua Tree National Park

What are Joshua Trees?

Joshua trees are spiny, tree-like plants that are native to the Mojave Desert. Although they look somewhat like palm trees, they are actually Yuccas, members of the asparagus family and close relatives of Agave, the plant used to make tequila. Their strange and twisted limbs are the iconic image of the Western American landscape, celebrated in the folklore and popular culture of the region.

To learn more, please visit the Joshua Tree National Park website.