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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Safely Transporting Your Purchases from Shows and Sales
Attending cactus and succulent shows and sales can be an exciting experience for plant enthusiasts. However, once you’ve made your purchases, the challenge of safely transporting your new plants home begins. Here are some tips and tricks to ensure your cacti and succulents arrive home in perfect condition.
Past Webinar: The Legacy of Professor Werner Rauh and Travels in Peru with Pamela Koide Hyatt
Pamela Koide Hyatt will discusses the works, travels, and plant discoveries of the late Professor Rauh, as well as her extensive work with “Tillandsias.”
CSSA 2025 Officer Nominations
Announcing the Nominees for Officer Positions at the Cactus & Succulent Society of America, Inc.
Cape Nature South Africa – Interagency Conference
Funding poaching enforcement
“To The Point” – Summer 2024
The latest issue of To The Point is here, and it’s full of useful information collected from our members, staff, volunteers, and the newsletters of CSSA affiliate clubs.
CSSA 2024 Annual Meeting – Replay
The CSSA 2024 Annual Meeting was held on June 15, 2024, at 12:30pm.
Past Webinar: Central New Mexico with Rob Romero
Rob Romero takes us on a tour of some of his favorite areas of central New Mexico and showcases some of his favorite cacti.
CSSA 2024 Show & Sale – Affiliate Info
This year’s 57th Annual Cactus & Succulent Society of America’s Show and Sale will take place at The Huntington from June 28th to 30th
Writing plant names
Writing plant names correctly is crucial in botanical science, horticulture, and gardening. Proper plant naming ensures clear communication and accurate identification of plants. This document is intended to be a brief overview of the principles and conventions used in botanical nomenclature, helping both amateurs and professionals correctly write plant names.
2024 CSSA Cover Shot Photo Contest Winners Announced
We are thrilled to unveil the talented winners of this year’s photography contest! After receiving an overwhelming number of stunning entries, our judges had the difficult task of selecting the best of the best. Thank you to everyone who participated…
“Cactus and Succulent Journal” – Volume 96-2
C&SJ 2024 Vol. 96-2 is now available. Notable themes in this issue include The Huntington Botanical Gardens presents the 2024 Offering of the INTERNATIONAL SUCCULENT INTRODUCTIONS, saving saguaro cacti, conservation, Cape Region succulents, and a review of the book Elephant Trees, Copales, and Cuajiotes: A Natural History of Bursera by Judith Becerraand and David Yetman.
Past Webinar: Tree Aloes with Colin C. Walker
Colin C. Walker explores the world of tree aloes, the largest of the alooids.
National Botanical Garden of Namibia
Namibia shade house upgrades
The Lithops coleorum colony restoration project
This report back from Roy Earlé on his CSSA sponsored conservation project appeared in C&SJ 2023 Vol. 95-3. A courtesy link to the full article is provided.