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Aztekium ritteri, commonly known as the Aztec Cactus, is a unique Mexican cactus endemic to Nuevo León. Its distinctive ribbed stems, reminiscent of Aztec architecture, were once the sole species within its genus. This slow-growing plant is notable for its endangered status and represents a signific...
Ariocarpus fissuratus is a flat-bodied cactus native to the Chihuahuan Desert. Its distinctive gray-green tubercles create excellent camouflage amongst rocky terrain. This slow-growing species is notable for its unique adaptation to survive in harsh conditions and is particularly relevant to botanis...
Copiapoa cinerea is a distinctive Chilean cactus known for its densely gray coloration and spherical shape. It thrives in coastal fog environments, exhibiting slow growth rates typical of desert cacti. This species is favored by succulent enthusiasts and collectors interested in unique, drought-tole...
The Disc Cactus, *Strombocactus disciformis*, is a rare Mexican cactus notable for its flat, disc-shaped growth form. It’s the sole species of its genus and originates from limestone outcrops in Hidalgo and Querétaro. Due to overcollection, it's listed on CITES Appendix I, making it primarily suitab...
Ariocarpus retusus, commonly known as Seven Stars, is a distinctive Mexican cactus species. It features flattened, star-shaped growth forms composed of sturdy, triangular pads or tubercles. This slow-growing plant is notable for its camouflage – resembling small rocks – and its striking autumn flowe...
Ariocarpus trigonus is a succulent cactus native to the Mexican Sierra Madre Oriental. Its distinctive appearance includes flattened segments and prominent, elongated tubercles. This slow-growing species is notable for its unique morphology and conservation status as endangered. It’s suitable for ex...
Epithelantha bokei, commonly known as the Boke’s Cactus, is a diminutive Texan cactus found in the Big Bend area. It's notable for its exceptionally large pink fruits relative to its size and slow growth rate. The species was first described by botanist Norman Boke in 1957. It is of interest to rese...
Epithelantha micromeris, or the Button Cactus, is a small, globular plant native to the southwestern United States that is entirely covered in dense, white spines.
Echinopsis atacamensis is a long-lived columnar cactus native to the high Andes of Bolivia, Chile, and Argentina, capable of surviving over 300 years and reaching 10 meters.
Copiapoa atacamensis is among the largest species in its genus, native to the hyper-arid Atacama Desert of northern Chile, forming tall solitary or clustering stems.
Gymnocalycium saglionis is one of the largest species in its genus, native to northwestern Argentina, capable of reaching 90 cm in diameter with age.
Neoporteria gerocephala is a Chilean cactus whose name means 'old head,' reflecting the dense white wool covering its crown, native to the coastal cordillera of northern Chile.
