While hiking near Big Bend Ranch State Park's Contrabando Trail, something Michael Alvard had never seen before caught his ...

Your plant needs a post-holiday rest too.

Key Points None of the three holiday cacti should be fertilized in January, even if it’s still blooming.Only start the ...

Proper timing is the key to getting the best blooms.

Christmas cactus needs the right care to bloom—and recharge after. Learn expert tips for setting flowers now and keeping your ...

It began innocently enough. While trail running at the El Modena Open Space in Orange a few years ago, I lost my balance and threw out my arms for stability. That’s when I backhanded a coastal prickly ...

“Even safe succulents can cause mild stomach upset if a pet eats a large amount,” warns veterinarian Dr. Kathryn Dench, chief scientific advisor for Paw Origins. “In practice, most issues I see are ...

Edible cacti, especially Opuntia cladodes, show consistent short-term benefits for postprandial blood glucose and modest improvements in lipid biomarkers, largely driven by soluble fiber and bioactive ...