The Cactus and Succulent Society of America is an international community on a mission to promote the knowledge, appreciation, and conservation of cacti and succulents in cultivation and in wild populations.
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CSSA 2027 Board Nominations
Announcing the Nominees for the 2027 Board Election of the Cactus & Succulent Society of America, Inc.
CSSA 2026 Annual Members Meeting
The CSSA 2026 Annual Members Meeting will be held on June 20, 2026, at 11am (Pacific)
2026 CSSA Photo Contest Winners
2026 CSSA Photo Contest Winners Announced
“Cactus and Succulent Journal” – Volume 98-2
C&SJ Volume 98, Number 2 (2026) is now available, and it includes the International Succulent Introductions, as well as stories, science, history, and practical knowledge from across our community. Whether you’re a grower, researcher, historian, or long-time enthusiast, this issue has something special waiting for you.
Webinar: First Time in Mexico & Blooming “Ariocarpus” and All-Member Meeting
Petruše Tvrdíková, an avid cactus enthusiast from the Czech Republic, will present First Time in Mexico & Blooming “Ariocarpus,” a fascinating travel and habitat program exploring the beauty and diversity of Mexico’s cactus landscapes.
Stepelianthus of Madagascar
Andry Petignat surveys the species of the genus Stapelianthus – Madagascar endemics in the asclepiadoideae – that exhibit striking adaptations and unusual pollination strategies.
Planning a Cactus & Succulent Show & Sale
A Practical Guide for CSSA Affiliate Clubs
Judging a Cactus & Succulent Show
A Guide for Judges and Participants
New Resource Available: Searchable “CSJournal” Indices, Volumes 1–97
A new searchable PDF of the “Cactus and Succulent Journal” indices for Volumes 1–97 is now available.
Maihueniopsis in Chile
Cactus explorer Elisabeth Sarnes takes us on a journey on the Chilean side of the Andes in search of the these diminutive cacti with delightful blooms.
Past Webinar: Haworthia: Propagation, Cultivation, and Appreciation
Explore the fascinating diversity of “Haworthia” while learning simple propagation methods and practical care tips to help these plants thrive at home.
A Closer Look at Mangaves
Award winning garden curator Brian Kemble shows us the potential of this burgeoning group of hybrids that combines the best attributes of Agave and Manfreda.
Past Webinar: Discover Yemen
Discover Yemen with Kelly Griffin
Background on the Richtersveld Desert Botanical Garden
Pieter Van Wyk, the founder and curator of the Richtersveld Desert Botanical Garden, tells us about the plants of the region and the story of the garden’s creation.