Cacti are widely favored for their unique aesthetic appeal and minimal care requirements, making them a top choice for indoor plants. However, their sharp spines pose potential risks to children and ...

Colorful pigments may have helped cactus relatives tolerate drought before succulence became a major survival strategy.

Stacy Tornio has authored more than 15 books about animals, nature, and gardening. She is a master gardener and master naturalist. Also called angel’s wings or polka-dot cactus, this cute plant is ...

The words "wildlife trafficking" might evoke images of elephant ivory, rhino horn or lion claws. But perhaps less is known about the spike in demand for — and the illegal trade of — a well-known ...

Few plant families are as iconic as the resilient, spiky cactus, thriving in the driest deserts and as well as decorating our offices and homes. Their success in both environments comes down to ...

Is prickly pear cactus, also known as a witch magic hangover cure, the next cheap, drought-friendly biofuel? There are major issues with using food crops like corn and sugarcane for biofuels, ...

This summer’s extreme heat endangers cacti in Arizona suffering from dehydration and heat stress. When dehydrated, saguaro cacti lose strength, and can drop an arm or completely topple over. The ...

A group of cacti species native to a remote Chilean desert has been poached to near extinction, thanks in part to social media crazes continents away. According to a new report from the International ...