Growing Cactus

Yucca plants have tall blooming spikes and broad, sword-like leaves. Although native to desert climates, their hardiness and size have made them popular landscaping plants in other regions. If...

The century plant (Agave americana) is found in arid parts of Mexico and the southwestern U.S. and is becoming a popular landscape plant in USDA horticultural zones 8 through 11. Although it is...

Orchid cacti produce large white blooms that flower at night. The flowers originate from South America and the West Indies. In order to make the most of their blooms, use them to decorate dinners...

Cacti are spiny, desert-dwelling plants with tough outer skins. They come in all shapes and sizes, many bearing prickly fruit and brightly colored flowers. The cacti themselves also vary in color,...

The Easter cactus has long lasting blooms that thrive in cool weather and is especially adaptable to being a houseplant. Originally grown in the jungles, this cactus has pointed leaves and...

Aloe vera is a succulent with useful medicinal properties. Inside the aloe plant is a gel that can be used to heal cuts, scrapes, stings and other minor skin irritations. Although aloe can be...

The Madagascar palm is a succulent that is commonly used as a houseplant. Known for their spiky trunks, Madagascar palms are relatively easy to care for and can grow to be rather large. Even...

Agave cactus is an evergreen plant of the Agavaceae family. This succulent plant species has adapted to life in the desert by forming fleshy leaves, waxy cuticles and roots that store extra water....

Aloe variegata is an extremely useful and easy-to-grow plant. This plant is probably one of the most useful plants known. Its natural healing properties and ability to soothe irritated, injured or...

The cactus species that grow in the desert regions of the states like Utah, New Mexico, California and Arizona all possess flowers that allow the plant to reproduce. Identifying these cactus...

The Madagascar palm is a succulent plant with a trunk that is completely covered with semi-poisonous needles. Because it is recommended that owners of Madagascar palms repot or replants their...

Aloe Ferox, also known as Cape Aloe is the largest cactus in the aloe family, sometimes reaching 9 feet tall. It originates from South Africa and features large, fleshy, succulent-type leaves that...

The nopal is a type of edible cactus native to Mexico. Itl is commonly called the prickly pear, and its pads and fruit can be cooked into casseroles, blended into drinks or eaten in sandwiches. ...

Originally native to Mexico, the Agave Parryi cactus spends the majority of its life as a spiky ball of thick leaves around one foot in height. The Agave Parryi can take many years to flower, but...

Succulents thrive in arid environments with warm, dry, sandy soils that are drenched occasionally with torrential rainfall. Succulents store water in their leaves which are thick and fleshy. Their...

Aloe vera is a medicinal succulent with long spring green blades that contain a thick sap.The blades have small teeth-like notches, but these are not sharp. Occasionally, mature aloe vera plants...

Cacti are known to be resilient plants. Not all cacti have flowers that bloom because some cacti are self-pollinating. The flowers are usually on the plant for short periods, in some cases...

Though it's usually done by insects, wind, bats, birds and mice, you too can pollinate cactus flowers to produce fruit and seeds. It's easy, fun and inexpensive, and the seeds you help produce...

With its glossy, full leaves in bright green and red tinged edges, the jade plant, also known as the money plant or the dollar plant, brightens any room. Propagation of the jade plant is by...

Having a reputation for being some of the easiest succulents to grow, the jade plant is native to South Africa and is often referred to as the elephant bush, money tree or small-leaf jade. These...

Succulent plants, such as cacti, thrive in high daytime temperatures so when fall comes around, you want to protect (winterize) your botanical before the first winter freeze. These water-retaining...

Flowering cacti are ideal houseplants for travelers. While they require exposure to sunlight they can go two to four weeks between waterings and only need occasional pruning. There are many types...

The desert rose is a cactus plant of African origin that develops bright pink or red flowers. The desert rose has a large pear-shaped trunk with small clusters of leaves that develop these vivid...

The jade plant is an easy-to-grow succulent. Jade plants can grow into small shrubs and have fleshy, green leaves that resemble the jade stone. There may be several reasons why a jade plant may...

Agave plants are succulents with about 200 recognized species. Most agave plants are hardy and thrive in desert conditions. Care for agave with proper planting and tend to the plant's thermal,...

Cacti are very popular as potted plants or as an enhancement to landscaping because they do not require much water, can sprout very beautiful flowers and live for many years. Caring for a grown...

Jade trees are elegant green-leaved succulents that make popular houseplants; they can be grown outside in warmer climates, like that of southern California. Jade plants are enjoyed for their...

The orchid cactus, also known by its genus name Epiphyllum, has no relation to the orchid at all. The name comes from its flowers, which resemble orchids. And it's the orchid cactus's flowers that...

Though traditionally a desert plant, cacti can be successfully grown year-round nearly anywhere. In cooler climates they'll need to be kept indoors, but can thrive nonetheless. During the cold and...

Originating in Africa, aloe vera is from the Liliaceae family of plants. Aloe is a perennial succulent that is extremely drought resistant. However, while generally hardy, aloe can fall prey to...

The Crassula argentea, or Jade plant, is native to southern Africa, but also is a popular houseplant around the world because of the relative ease with which it can be grown. This succulent does...

The nopal cactus, also known as prickly pear cactus, is a flowering succulent commonly grown for culinary and ornamental purposes. Both the pads and the fruit of the nopal cactus are edible and...

Christmas cactus, formerly known as zygo cactus, is an easy to care for houseplant. With proper care, it will reward you with showy tubular flowers of red, pink, white, or purple. Thanksgiving...

Christmas Cacti are notoriously difficult to root. This article might help you in rooting pieces for new plants or just rooting another in the same pot with the parent plant.

This idea might help you bloom a Christmas cactus in the fall without much of a problem. Christmas cacti are more sensitive, than other cacti. They are really succulents more than cacti. They...

Cacti are found in desert and tropical regions of North America and South America. They can be beautiful additions to your indoor plant collection. Cacti are easy to care for plants that produce...

The cactus is a succulent plant that stores water so that it can live in exceedingly dry conditions. Besides growing in distinctive shapes and sizes, many cacti produce striking flowers that make...

Hoodia Gordonii is a spiny succulent, native to South Africa, that is prized for its medicinal properties. It has been used in South Africa for centuries as a weight-loss aid, and extracts are now...

Grow a cacti dish garden for fun and beauty. This is an easy way to grow a container garden plant group. There are many different cactus plant succulents that all grow in a sandy soil and take...

If you are a culinary enthusiast, you may have seen nopales in the vegetable section of your local produce market. If you are a plant or cactus lover, you have probably seen the nopales cactus in...

Cacti and Succulent plants are interesting to grow and often produce some of the most beautiful flowers in the plant world. I often hear people say they simply can't grow these plants. After...

Transplanting cactus can be a thorny problem. A few hints can dramatically reduce the number of thorn pricks you would normally get when transplanting your cactus

Dragon fruit is a delicious fruit from the Pitaya cactus. It is called dragon fruit from the scales on the outside which reminds people of a dragon. While the cactus must be protected from...

Epiphyllums are beautiful flowering cacti. The flowers can be white, pink, red, yellow and purple. This is a lush, dark green trailing cactus native to the hot, humid climate of the Brazilian rain...

Deserts and cactus go together like peas in a pod, but there are many other plants, both native and introduced, that are suitable and desirable for hot, arid climates. Vegetation is far from...

Nopal cactus is a native cactus and is commonly identified as prickly pear cactus. It grows in northern Mexico and the southwestern United States. Considered a nuisance by many homeowners, the...

Aloe vera is a succulent plant native to Northern Africa. During the 18th and 19th centuries, aloe vera was one of the most commonly prescribed medicines in use. Today, it's frequently used to...

The original epiphyllums are several species of night-blooming cactus from the jungles of Central America, Mexico and South America. They have immense, strongly fragrant, white flowers that bloom...

This is a simple and fun hobby of mine that I thought should be shared with others. It is a fun way to spice up your living room, kitchen, or outdoor area and it doesn't require that much maintenance.

People purchase a beautiful Christmas cactus and water it faithfully only to have it NOT bloom the following year. This is a simple but effective way to ensure that your cactus will continue to...