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Cirio Collection

In the arid landscapes of Baja California, Mexico, a majestic and peculiar sight awaits

Background imageCirio Collection: Huge Boojum Tree (Cirio) (Fouquieria columnaris) near Bahia de Los Angeles, Baja California Norte

Huge Boojum Tree (Cirio) (Fouquieria columnaris) near Bahia de Los Angeles, Baja California Norte, Mexico, North America

Background imageCirio Collection: Mexico, Baja California, Fouquieria columnaris, the Boojum tree or cirio, near Catavinia

Mexico, Baja California, Fouquieria columnaris, the Boojum tree or cirio, near Catavinia

Background imageCirio Collection: Page of Advertisements (engraving)

Page of Advertisements (engraving)
1614117 Page of Advertisements (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Page of Advertisements. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 4 July 1885)

Background imageCirio Collection: Boojum tree (Cirio) (Fouquieria columnaris) at sunset near Bahia de Los Angeles, Baja California

Boojum tree (Cirio) (Fouquieria columnaris) at sunset near Bahia de Los Angeles, Baja California, Mexico, North America

Background imageCirio Collection: Huge Boojum Trees (Cirio) (Fouquieria columnaris) at sunset, near Bahia de Los Angeles

Huge Boojum Trees (Cirio) (Fouquieria columnaris) at sunset, near Bahia de Los Angeles, Baja California Norte, Mexico, North America

Background imageCirio Collection: The boojum, a rare endemic cactus of the Baja peninsula, boojum (cirio) (Fouquieria columnaris)

The boojum, a rare endemic cactus of the Baja peninsula, boojum (cirio) (Fouquieria columnaris) (Idria columnaris), Baja, Mexico, North America

Background imageCirio Collection: Advertisement for Cirio food preserve, by Leonetto Cappiello (1875-1942), illustration, 1923

Advertisement for Cirio food preserve, by Leonetto Cappiello (1875-1942), illustration, 1923
Posters, Italy, 20th century. Advertisment for Cirio food preserve, illustration by Leonetto Cappiello (1875-1942), 1923

Background imageCirio Collection: Boojum Tree (Fouquieria columnaris) trunk, Valle de los Cirios, Central Desert N. P

Boojum Tree (Fouquieria columnaris) trunk, Valle de los Cirios, Central Desert N. P. Baja California, Mexico, march
Boojum Tree (Fouquieria columnaris) trunk, Valle de los Cirios, Central Desert N.P. Baja California, Mexico, march

Background imageCirio Collection: Boojum trees (Fouquieria columnaris)

Boojum trees (Fouquieria columnaris) in a desert. This tree is endemic to the Baja California Peninsula and Sonora. Photographed in the Sonoran desert, Baja California, Mexico

Background imageCirio Collection: Boojum trees in the cactus-rich part of the Sonoran desert on the west side of Baja California

Boojum trees in the cactus-rich part of the Sonoran desert on the west side of Baja California
ROG-12191 Boojum trees / Cirio Baja California Idria columnaris Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Background imageCirio Collection: Pair of common ravens perched in a boojum tree. West coast of Baja California

Pair of common ravens perched in a boojum tree. West coast of Baja California
ROG-12192 Pair of common ravens perched in a boojum tree West coast of Baja California. Corvus corax Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Background imageCirio Collection: Cirio / Boojum (Fouquieriaceae Family) Central Desert, Baja California, Mexico

Cirio / Boojum (Fouquieriaceae Family) Central Desert, Baja California, Mexico
FG-am-290 Cirio / Boojum (Fouquieriaceae Family) Central Desert, Baja California, Mexico Idria columnaris Francois Gohier Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Background imageCirio Collection: Silhouettes of Cirios / Boojums (Fouquieriaceae Family), and Cardon cactus (Pachycereus pringlei)

Silhouettes of Cirios / Boojums (Fouquieriaceae Family), and Cardon cactus (Pachycereus pringlei)
FG-aq-156 Silhouettes of Cirios / Boojums (Fouquieriaceae Family), and Cardon cactus Central Desert of Baja California, Mexico


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In the arid landscapes of Baja California, Mexico, a majestic and peculiar sight awaits. Standing tall and proud, the Cirio tree, also known as the Boojum tree or Fouquieria columnaris, dominates the desertscape with its unique silhouette. With its slender trunk reaching towards the sky like an elongated finger, this enormous specimen is truly a marvel to behold. Its branches twist and turn in intricate patterns, creating a mesmerizing display against the backdrop of Bahia de Los Angeles. As dusk settles over Catavina, another Cirio tree emerges from the shadows. Bathed in golden hues of sunset, it stands as a testament to nature's artistry. The warm glow casts an ethereal aura around this ancient giant that has witnessed countless desert sunsets throughout its long life. Central America's northern desert awakens at dawn, painting the landscape with vibrant colors. Amongst cacti and other desert flora stands yet another Cirio tree - stoic and resilient amidst harsh conditions. Its presence serves as a reminder of nature's ability to thrive even in seemingly inhospitable environments. Flipping through old engravings reveals pages filled with advertisements showcasing these magnificent trees. Their grandeur captured on paper for all to admire - a testament to their significance not only in Mexican culture but also within artistic expressions across time. The beauty of these towering giants extends beyond their physical appearance; they are symbols of resilience and adaptability in challenging surroundings. As day turns into night once again near Bahia de Los Angeles, we bid farewell to yet another breathtaking sunset shared with these awe-inspiring Boojum trees – guardians of Baja California's natural wonders.