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 Election Results Announcement
We are pleased to announce the individuals elected as officers and board members for the upcoming term:
“Cactus and Succulent Journal” – Volume 96-4
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
Kipp Lee will discuss his knowledge of native plants and cacti of Utah
Vintage Cactus & Succulent Book Auction
The CSSA has received a remarkable collection of vintage cactus and succulent books
CSSA 2025 Biennial Convention – Schedule
The CSSA Biennial Convention welcomes succulent and enthusiasts of all experience levels
CSSA Book Collection Seeking New Home After 40 Years
Library Space Needed
Invitation to Sponsor and Participate in the 2025 CSSA Biennial Convention
Affiliate Reps and Officers, 2025 Biennial Convention News
Past Webinar: WHOA, Mexico!
Gabriel Diaz Infante Daley will share his exuberance and enthusiasm for cactus and other succulents.
CSSA 2025 Biennial Convention – Speakers
Announcing the Speakers for the CSSA 2025 Biennial Convention
CSSA 2025 Biennial Convention – Field Trips
REGISTER NOW for the Field Trips for the CSSA 2025 Biennial Convention
2024 Affiliate Shows Recap on YouTube
ATTN: Affiliate Event Chairs, Publicity, & Social Media Volunteers. Did your club have a successful show and sale event this year? There may be videos you don’t even know about!
Affiliate Meeting – Sept. 21, 2024 – Recording & Minutes
CSSA Zoom Meeting of Affiliate Reps and Officers
“To The Point” – Fall 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: A Salute to Joseph Nelson Rose
Dr. Rose (1862–1928) is best known as the junior author of the great monograph, The Cactaceae, written in collaboration with Nathaniel Lord Britton