“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.
Category Programs
CSSA 2024 Annual Meeting – Replay
The CSSA 2024 Annual Meeting was held on June 15, 2024, at 12:30pm.
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.
National Botanical Garden of Namibia
Namibia shade house upgrades
The Lithops coleorum colony restoration project
This report back from Roy Earlé on his CSSA sponsored conservation project appeared in C&SJ 2023 Vol. 95-3. A courtesy link to the full article is provided.
Past Webinar: The Cactus Hunters with Jared D. Margulies
Jared Margulies delves into the world of global cactus and succulent collecting to explore how and why some of the most passionate lovers of these plants may engage in their illicit trade and what underpins this demand.
CSSA recognizes Adam Harrower with Conservation Award
Adam Harrower receives the 2024 CSSA Award for Conservation
Karoo Desert Botanical Garden
Conservation grant to Karoo Desert Botanical Gardens
CSSA updates Code of Conduct regarding habitat collected plants
In order to address the increased pressure for field-collected plants, the CSSA Board of Directors, in cooperation with our Conservation Committee, has adopted a Code of Conduct for CSSA members. Please feel free to use this Code of Conduct as a template,…