Uncarina: the Mousetrap Tree
Andry Petignat tells us about the genus Uncarina (distinguished by their hooked seeds). These Madagascar natives in the Pedaliaceae often grow into pachycaul trees.
Category Education
Past Webinar: Beyond the Rock Gardens: Exploring the Genus Phemeranthus
🌵 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.
“To The Point” – Fall 2025
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.
Affiliate Spotlight: Connecticut Cactus and Succulent Society
Highlighting the good work of an East Coast club
New Resource for Affiliate Societies: Plant-of-the-Month (POM) Descriptions!
🌵 New POM Resources Available! 🌱
Tucson Club Introduces Kids to Plant Science
Cultivating Curiosity Grant Examples
Cultivating Curiosity: 2026 CSSA Youth Education Grant Initiative
CSSA - Cultivating Curiosity Grant
Scouring the Earth for Exceptional, Rare, and New Agaves
Jeremy Spath has spent the past 20 years exploring the natural habitats of agaves across the Americas.
Past Webinar: Global Conservation of Cacti: Challenges and Opportunities
🌵 Join us for “Global Conservation of Cacti: Challenges and Opportunities” with Dr. Bárbara Goettsch, exploring threats and strategies to protect these remarkable plants.
Flowering Southern Patagonia
Elisabeth Sarnes presents findings from her and her husband Norbert's botanizing trip to Southern Patagonia, including flora, fauna, culture, and an abundance of flowering cacti.