The genus Ariocarpus has been a subject of much affection and attention by growers and botanists but also has been surrounded by many myths…
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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…
With their colorful leaves, sculptural shapes, and simple care, succulents are beautiful yet forgiving plants for pots. If grown in containers…
Stamp Details – Country: South Africa; Series: Definitive Succulents; Issued on: 1990, March 1; Denomination: 21c; Description: Gasteria armstrongii, synonym of…
Stamp Details: Country: Poland; Series: Flowering Succulent Plants; Issued on: 1981; Denomination: 1 zł; Description: Cereus tonduzii, synonym of…
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"…
Country: South Africa; Series: Definitive Succulents; Issued on: 1988, September 1; Denomination: 20c; Description: Conophytum mundum…
Country: South Africa; Series: Definitive Succulents; Issued on: 1988, September 1; Description: Didymaotus lapidiformis…
Succulents Simplified is a complete primer on choosing, growing and designing with succulents. Along with gorgeous photos packed…
Country: Monaco; Series: Flore du jardin exotique, aquarelles d'Etienne Clérissy; Issued on: 1998, August 3; Denomination: 7 frs…