Webinar: Crime Pays, but Botany Doesn’t

“Plants are doing wild, incredible things all around us—and most people walk right past them.”
— Joey Santore (Crime Pays But Botany Doesn’t)

“Plants are doing wild, incredible things all around us—and most people walk right past them.”
— Joey Santore (Crime Pays But Botany Doesn’t)

The CSSA supported the purchase of critical habitat at one of only two known sites for a distinctive and potentially new species - "Lithops alpina."

The CSSA is pleased to share a new article written by Lauren Lozano, the CSSA-funded intern at The Huntington’s renowned Desert Garden.

🌵 Rediscovering Lost Crops among the Hohokam and Other Arizona Cultures

🌵 Join us for a deep dive into the fascinating world of "Phemeranthus"—a genus of about 16 species known for their delicate beauty and surprising resilience.

🌵 Join us for “Global Conservation of Cacti: Challenges and Opportunities” with Dr. Bárbara Goettsch, exploring threats and strategies to protect these remarkable plants.

CSSA Featured in IUCN Newsletter: A New Chapter in Conservation

Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the beauty and biodiversity of northeastern Mexico through the lens of one of its most dedicated field naturalists.

Learn about how CSSA uses your Conservation Contributions

California State University, San Bernardino (CSUSB) conducting research study exploring the motivations, purchasing habits, and experiences—both positive and negative—of individuals who collect cacti and succulents