March 6, 2026 Dear CSSA Members, A recent article in The Economist, written by Charlie McCann, a feature writer for 1843, explores the growing global problem of cactus and succulent poaching, highlighting how rising demand for rare plants has fueled…
Learn how detection dogs are helping protect rare plants, plus insights on propagation, seed studies, plant salvage, and species reintroduction.
Surveying "Echevaria laui" with drones
Update about how CSSA uses your Conservation Contributions
“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.
