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“Cactus and Succulent Journal” – Volume 97-4
C&SJ Volume 97, Number 4 (2025) is now available, and it’s a standout issue filled with stories, science, history, and practical knowledge from across our community. Whether you’re a grower, researcher, historian, or long-time enthusiast, this issue has something special waiting for you.
Explore the Impact of CSSA Research Grants
Over $167,000 in Research Grants Awarded Since 2008
CSSA Conservation Article
CSSA Featured in IUCN Newsletter: A New Chapter in Conservation
Brian Kemble receives Liberty Hyde Bailey Award
Since 1953, the American Horticultural Society’s Great American Gardeners Awards program has recognized individuals and organizations that have achieved horticultural excellence to fields such as plant research, garden stewardship, horticultural outreach, and teaching.
Biography: Helia Bravo-Hollis
Bravo-Hollis, Dr. Helia (1901–2001)—discoverer, describer and scholar of taxa of Cactaceae in Mexico - one of the founders of Sociedad Mexicana de Cactología (Mexican Cactus Society) in 1951.
Biography: Benson Lyman
Benson, Dr Lyman David (1909–1993)—botanist, teacher and taxonomist, specializing on cacti of the
United States of America and Canada.
Biography: Louisa Bolus
Bolus, [née Kensit] Dr Harriet Margaret Louisa (1877-1970)—taxonomic botanist and describer of many new succulent taxa, with special interest in Mesembryanthemum.
Biography: Albert Blanc
Benson, Dr Lyman David (1909–1993)—botanist, teacher and taxonomist, specializing on cacti of the
United States of America and Canada.
In Memoriam: Chuck Staples (1932-2025)
Staples, Chuck (1932–2025)