The Cactus and Succulent Society of America is an international community dedicated to advancing the appreciation, knowledge, research, and conservation of cacti and succulents.
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Biography: Peter Bally
January 2, 2025
Bally, Dr Peter René Oscar (1895–1980)— discoverer, describer and botanical illustrator of many succulent
plant species from Africa.
Biography: Liberty Hyde Bailey
January 1, 2025
Bailey, Dr Liberty Hyde, Jr (1858–1954)—author of popular Hortus book and many scientific papers—known as the ‘Dean of American Horticulture’.
🌵 Exciting Resource for CSSA Affiliates: Plant-of-the-Month Suggested Guidelines! 🌵
December 29, 2024
Looking to enhance your club meetings with engaging, educational activities? The Cactus and Succulent Society of America (CSSA) is thrilled to share a comprehensive guide for organizing Plant-of-the-Month (POM) activities!
“To The Point” – Winter 2024
December 24, 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.
Biography: Curt Backeberg
December 20, 2024
Backeberg, Curt (1894–1966)—author of Die Cactaceae (in six volumes 1958–62) condensed into Das Kakteenlexikon (one volume, 1966) and describer of many new cactus genera and species.
“Haseltonia” Number 31
December 11, 2024
We are excited to share that Haseltonia 31, the Cactus & Succulent Society of America’s premier annual scientific journal, is available to order online!
Past Webinar: Cacti and Succulent Judging
December 5, 2024
“So You Want to Know More About Cactus & Succulent Judging!” with Joe Clements
CSSA 2025 Biennial Convention – Registration
November 21, 2024
Registration is Open for all CSSA Members for the 2025 CSSA Biennial Convention for Standard, Life, and Fellow Members*
CSSA Election Results Announcement
November 18, 2024
We are pleased to announce the individuals elected as officers and board members for the upcoming term:
“Cactus and Succulent Journal” – Volume 96-4
November 14, 2024
C&SJ 2024 Vol. 96-4 mailed on November 15, 2024. Notable themes in this issue include:
Irwin Lightstone shows us how to create better digital photos; Grower’s Spotlight with Donnie Barnett; Agave utahensis with Dan Zarrella; and more …
Past Webinar: The Cacti of Utah
November 11, 2024
Kipp Lee will discuss his knowledge of native plants and cacti of Utah
Vintage Cactus & Succulent Book Auction
November 1, 2024
The CSSA has received a remarkable collection of vintage cactus and succulent books
CSSA 2025 Biennial Convention – Schedule
October 28, 2024
The CSSA Biennial Convention welcomes succulent and enthusiasts of all experience levels