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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Biography: Michel Adanson
Adanson, Michel (1727–1806)—colonial discoverer of the genus Adansonia, the Baobab tree, which is named in his honor and describer of the genus Kalanchoe, among others.
Past Webinar: Cactus Restoration – Do Transplants Stand a Chance
Lane Butler and Raul Puente Martinez share their lessons from “Echinocereus arizonicus” subsp. “arizonicus” in central Arizona.
Past Webinar: Dudleyas in the Wild
Kelly Griffin and Jeremy Spath explore the world of Dudleyas
Affiliates Committee announces Affiliate Rep meeting for September
Affiliate Reps and Club Presidents, join us for the upcoming CSSA affiliate meeting.
Did you know the CSSA funds an intern at the Huntington?
Meet Our Most Recent Intern, Emily
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.