Cactus
Cacti are succulent plants following the cactus genera and which are adapted to extremely desiccated and hot environment. They can survive long periods of drought (a lack of water). Read more about the cactus plant and different types of cactus.
- Medicinal Uses of Cactus Plants
Some plants such as lavender, chamomile and parsley, are famous for their medicinal and nutritional benefits but a startling member of the medically useful plants list is the cactus plant. Read on to learn how useful certain cacti are for your health.
- Prickly Pear Cactus Care Guide
When talking about cactus care, one assumes watering it from time to time, is all the care such a plant needs. But caring for a cactus plant is a little more complicated than that, it involves providing the right light, soil and growing conditions. Scroll below to learn how to care for a fruit bearing cactus variety, the prickly pear.
- Pencil Cactus
The pencil cactus plant is a pretty ornamental plant, which is also quite easy to grow. Find out more about this plant and its growth requirements, in this article.
- Saguaro Cactus Care
In general, you do not have to take any special efforts for saguaro cactus care. Read this article to find out the basics of taking care of the saguaro cactus.
- Cholla Cactus
Cholla cactus is a generic term used to denote around 30 species of cacti, which belong to the genus Cylindropuntia. Read on for more information about this cactus.
- Barrel Cactus
As the name rightly suggests, barrel cacti are barrel-like, cylindrical plants. Read on for more information about this cactus.
- Cactus House Plants
If you intend to have a home garden of your own, but it's not possible for you to devote much time to take care of these plants, then cactus house plants are meant for you. Continue reading....
- Cactus Plant Facts
Cactus plants have some unique, distinctive qualities which help them to survive in extreme hot and dry weather conditions. Let us find out about those amazing cactus plant facts from this article
- Barrel Cactus Adaptations
The adaptations of barrel cactus are by far the most fascinating adaptations seen in kingdom Plantae. If it was not for these adaptations, it would not have been possible for this species to survive the harsh conditions of the North American deserts.
- Barrel Cactus Care
Barrel cactus care is a fairly easy job. These plants are low maintenance, and, thus, a great choice as houseplants for busy people. Keep reading...
- Growing Cactus from Seed
Cactus requires special considerations for growth, as it is different from other plants. Read on to know all about successful cactus seed germination.
- Cactus Plant Care
A popular choice among low-maintenance plants are cactus plants. Care of cactus plants is ensured by the proper availability of some basic necessities. Do you want to know how to grow and take care of cactus plants? If yes, then keep reading...
- How to Grow Cactus
A common misconception is that cacti require special care, as these plants are unique compared to others. But the truth is that cacti are low-maintenance plants that are easy to grow. Here are a few tips for the same.
- How to Build a Cactus Garden
Cactus are generally considered arid plants, but they can be grown almost anywhere with much ease. A great cactus garden can even 'prick' your neighbor's sight. For information on them, read on...
- Information on Cactus Plant
Unlike the conventional plants, cacti have distinct features like fleshy and thorny stems. Know more about these wonderful plants, which are popularly used for ornamental purposes.
- Types of Cactus
Want to give a Christmas gift of plants, consider the different types of cactus as a unique and festive gift.
- How did the cactus learn to love desert?
The cactus or "King of the Desert" has a great mechanism that helps the plant survive in extremely arid places and not only survive but also grow too, reaching impressive sizes often times. This mechanism was achieved before they entered the desert and not after... as the sun would have killed them all...before they thought of coming up with mechanisms whatsoever.
