The Cactus & 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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Writing plant names
May 30, 2024
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
May 23, 2024
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
May 20, 2024
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
May 18, 2024
Colin C. Walker explores the world of tree aloes, the largest of the alooids.
The Lithops coleorum colony restoration project
April 25, 2024
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.
Past Webinar: The Cactus Hunters with Jared D. Margulies
April 20, 2024
Jared Margulies delves into the world of global cactus and succulent collecting to explore how and why some of the most passionate lovers of these plants may engage in their illicit trade and what underpins this demand.
Past Webinar: Barrels of Baja with Greg Starr
March 16, 2024
Greg Starr will take you on a journey through Baja California through the eyes of the genus Ferocactus.
“To The Point” – Spring 2024
March 15, 2024
The latest issue of To The Point is here, and it’s full of useful information collected from our members and the newsletters of CSSA affiliate clubs.
CSSA recognizes Adam Harrower with Conservation Award
March 12, 2024
Adam Harrower receives the 2024 CSSA Award for Conservation
CSSA Cover Shot Photo Contest – 2024
March 7, 2024
The 2024 Contest has concluded — stay tuned for results Do you love taking pictures of cacti and succulents? Enter our annual photo contest to get your photo on the cover of the Journal and win a $100 gift certificate…
“Cactus and Succulent Journal” – Volume 96-1
February 29, 2024
Cactus and Succulent Journal Volume 96-1 is now available. Notable themes in this issue include Dudleya, Epiphyllums of Nicaragua, Namibia, and a review of the book The Cactus Hunters by Jared Marguiies.
Past Webinar: Tristan Davis – Once upon a time in Oaxaca
February 17, 2024
Back in 2017, while tromping around in the backcountry canyons of southern Mexico, a very strange cactus was discovered. Tristian Davis will take you on this journey of discovery, and along the way, you will see some of the sights and other plants in these little-studied remote canyons.