Myths and Truths about Ariocarpus
The genus Ariocarpus has been the subject of much affection and attention by growers and botanists, but also has been surrounded by many myths that…
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Houseleek: Superstitions, History and Medicinal Benefits
The Houseleek was once used in Italy as a love charm. However, that use for it has fallen out of fashion. Modern medical research has shown that the…
Book: Succulent Container Gardens
With their colorful leaves, sculptural shapes, and simple care, succulents are beautiful yet forgiving plants for pots. If grown in containers…
Succulents on Stamps: Gasteria nitida var. armstrongii, South Africa, 1990
Stamp Details – Country: South Africa; Series: Definitive Succulents; Issued on: 1990, March 1; Denomination: 21c; Description: Gasteria armstrongii, synonym of…
Succulents on Stamps: Weberocereus tonduzii, Poland, 1981
Stamp Details: Country: Poland; Series: Flowering Succulent Plants; Issued on: 1981; Denomination: 1 zł; Description: Cereus tonduzii, synonym of…
Place of the Prickly Pear Cactus
As they watched, the cactus grew into an island. The Aztecs settled down on that island. They named the island Tenochtitlan, "The Place of the Prickly Pear Cactus"…
Succulents on Stamps: Conophytum obcordellum, South Africa, 1988
Country: South Africa; Series: Definitive Succulents; Issued on: 1988, September 1; Denomination: 20c; Description: Conophytum mundum…
Succulents on Stamps: Didymaotus lapidiformis, South Africa, 1988
Country: South Africa; Series: Definitive Succulents; Issued on: 1988, September 1; Description: Didymaotus lapidiformis…
Book: Succulents Simplified – Growing, Designing, and Crafting with 100 Easy-Care Varieties
Succulents Simplified is a complete primer on choosing, growing and designing with succulents. Along with gorgeous photos packed…
Succulents on Stamps: Orbea variegata, Monaco, 1998
Country: Monaco; Series: Flore du jardin exotique, aquarelles d'Etienne Clérissy; Issued on: 1998, August 3; Denomination: 7 frs…