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Members of the Cactaceae family are much adored by gardeners and collectors because of their sizes and types. When these diminutive beings flower, they look even more at...

The Cotyledon ladismithiensis plant is nothing less than a showstopper, an owner's pride! This slow-growing succulent comes with the common name 'bear paw cactus.' It is...

It is crucial for you to know about the hardiness of succulents. As a succulent grower and lover, it is imperative to have knowledge about cold-hardy succulents, especia...

Caput Medusae is an elegant-looking versatile air plant belonging to the Bromeliaceae family. Most owners fall in love with the curved silvery-green leaves of the flower...

Kalanchoe tomentosa is more popularly known as the Panda plant. This fluffy succulent plant is a hardy perennial succulent. Kalanchoe tomentosa means 'covered with fine...

Kalanchoe delagoensis or Chandelier plant is also known as the Mother of million plants. This is native to Madagascar and naturalized in Tanzania and Uganda too. The oth...

Low-maintenance succulents have different growth rates depending on the place where they are planted and their innate nature, of course. For example, Echeveria is one of...

It is impressive to know that the Euphorbia plant has numerous species that are ornamental yet manageable. Growing one in your garden will make your life interesting. Fr...

It hurts for a succulent lover to discover their favorite succulents suffering from root rot. The entire situation can go out of hand very soon if not addressed well in...

Air plants are becoming highly popular because of their easy care and low maintenance nature. As air plants can be displayed in a variety of innovative ways, they find t...

From a small-sized rosette to trailing succulents and woody shrubs to cushion succulents, there are many diverse succulent species and options to pick from. Then, there...

The need for a succulent kit arises while propagating or planting succulents or even giving a touch-up to your plant garden. Luckily, succulents are not as demanding as...

Burro's tail succulents belong to Honduras and South Mexico. Some of the common names for this succulent are Donkey's Tail, Lamb's Tail, or Horses' Tail. These plants ha...

"How much to water a succulent?'', "When to water a succulent?", "Do succulents require a lot of water?" These are some of the typical questions...

Cylindropuntia cholla is an ardent gardener's love though its spiny barbs can play havoc if not taken care of. Genus Cylindropuntia is a native to the southwestern parts...

Making your workspace green is an excellent way to rekindle energies and positivity. Placing small potted plants in and around you in the office is a great idea. If you...

Selenicereus anthonyanus is one such succulent that can immediately start conversations for its beauty. This fascinating cactus variety has multiple common names that in...

Native to the African continent, the Adenium obesum is a true showstopper placed anywhere in your home. Be it at the patio, the entrance, or indoors; the Desert Rose is...

If you are a succulent lover, grower, or gardener, you may have often come across the caudex variety. The swollen trunk is a giveaway. These plants are also called caudi...

Sempervivum varieties are also referred to as houseleeks. They are hardy plants with their native habitat usually the wild hills and mountain slopes. At home, they are a...