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Everything about cactuses can fascinate us; their incredible tolerance for drought, their low maintenance attitude, exotic shapes, gorgeous flowers, and many more. Most of us simply know them as hardy plants, by there are a lot of interesting cactus facts. The name “Cactus” comes from the Greek word Kaktos (prickly plant of Sicily), a Spanish artichoke. However, later they found out that the cactus is actually a different plant with its unique characteristics. Here are some fascinating fa...

Like many other cacti, Astrophytum caput-medusae is also from Mexico (Nuevo León to be more precise). With its exotic appearance, this rare plant might not catch everyone’s eyes at the first sight, but its beautiful golden flowers certainly will. In its natural habitat, you can find Astrophytum caput-medusae 100 to 200 meters above sea level among shrubs in clusters. Unfortunately, since it has a very limited distribution, this cactus is considered critically endangered. The main r...

For those people who are interested in succulents, some cactuses are not the ideal house plants. Most of them are covered with spikes, do not produce flowers very often, or have a dull color. But, Mammillaria Longimamma is a plant that challenges all of these common beliefs and observations. If you are looking for a truly unique cactus, Mammillaria Longimamma, or simply Finger Cactus, can offer everything you expect from a houseplant. More about Mammillaria Longimamma This cactus is ac...

Looking for symmetrical cactus with gorgeous flowers to add to your succulent collection? The Echinopsis cactus may be the one. Also known as the Easter lily cactus, Sea Urchin cactus, Sea cactus, Hedgehog cactus, and sometimes Torch cactus (Trichocereus) this beautiful plant comes from South America. In the next part of this article, you’ll find a complete Echinopsis Cactus guide, from reviewing different Echinopsis species, to how to grow them, what their requirements are, etc. Echinop...

Opuntia Basilaris, Beavertail Cactus, Beavertail Pricklypear, or Nopal Del Castor, is a low-spreading cactus found in the USA (mostly Mojave) and northwest Mexico. This bushy shrub has flat pads that look like beaver tails, and are covered with tiny spines. In addition to Mojave and northwest Mexico, you can also find Beavertail Cactus in Arizona, southern Utah, southern Nevada, southern California, and Colorado Deserts; where it grows in arid plains and valleys, and in sandy or rocky soils....

Star Cactus, also known As Sand Dollar Cactus, Sea Urchin Cactus, and star peyote, is a small and round succulent native to Mexico and some parts of Texas. Scientifically named Astrophytum Asteria, the spineless Star Cactus has a growing popularity among gardeners around the world. Although its popularity does not promise easy care, you can grow it as well, as long as you can provide what they need. In the following, we are going to know the Star Cactus succulent better, and tell you all you...