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Plant profiles: Beavertail cactus by Will Connor One of the most common dessert cacti of North and Central America is the Opuntia basilaris or the beavertail cactus. This bushy cactus is characterized by its teardrop-shaped flat pads, resembling the tail of a beaver, thus giving it its nickname. T... More> Winter flowering plants: Christmas cactus by Ethel Smith The Christmas cactus can bring a welcome blast of colour to winter. In so many countries winter is a season with few plants and trees showing any greenery, let alone any that show colourful flowers. The Christmas cactus, if given the proper care , w... More>
	Houseplants: How to care for the seven stars cactus plant by Susan Klatz Beal The botanical name for the Seven Stars cactus is Ariocarpus Retusus. According to some plant experts, Ariocarpus Fisuratus is also a seven stars cactus. Ariocarpus Retusus came from northern Mexico. It grows in the wild in the Chihuahuan Desert ther... More> How to care for Christmas cactus plants by Sandra Piddock Christmas Cactus plants are real show offs, with their dark green foliage and masses of brightly coloured flowers. Rejoicing in the scientific name of Schlumbergera Bridgessii,the Christmas cactus is also known as the Easter or Orchid cactus. If you... More>
Tips for caring for Christmas cactus plants by Ethel Smith With the correct care a Christmas cactus plant will continue to thrive throughout the year and reward you with further blossoms at Christmas. These cacti are fairly hardy but you need to follow a few simple rules to keep your plant healthy. •&n... More> How to grow cacti as houseplants by Silva Payne Cacti are the perfect house plants for people who seem to kill off any other plant in their home. If you are faced with yet another yellowed wilting specimen and long for some brightly coloured flowers, then why not try growing a cactus instead? Cac... More>
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