The name Schlumbergera truncata reflects to the shape of the abrupt ends of the stems. Stems root easily in vermiculite or in ...

Question: I would love to plant op-a-la-ah (not sure of spelling) cactus, the kind that looks like Mickey Mouse ears and grows red cactus pears, also known as prickly pears. Several of my neighbors ...

Thanksgiving and Christmas cacti are in the plant genus Schlumbergera and are native to tropical rainforests. Schlumbergera truncata is the Thanksgiving cactus. You can tell the difference between the ...

Have you seen holiday cactus for sale in stores this season? This is the time of year when they become readily available. One of the most popular houseplants, Christmas cactus, is a great way to add a ...

Q: What are the little balls between the stems and dried blossoms of this Christmas cactus, as shown in the photo? The blossoms dry but never fall off. — Lorene M. A: Your Christmas cactus is ...

A small barrel-type cactus was the first houseplant I ever had. It was a gift from a family friend. I was about 10 years old and wasn’t sure of the meaning of the gift. Was I perceived as a spiny or a ...

Sun Corridor Inc., an economic development group, said it was sending cactus last week, saying it symbolizes that Tucson has the room to grow with the online retailer. Tucson is one of many cities ...