Links

I have listed some links that I think might be of some use. I will add others as time permits.

Universal cactus and succulent information source

The Cactus and Succulent Plant Mall

Tony Mace's nearly comprehensive collection of 125 domains and 80 web sites. Logically sorted links to information and sources./

From personal experience of my own or people I trust, sources for unusual plants or seeds in good condition delivered promptly at least fair prices

It is highly recommended to immediately inspect newly acquired plants. Check for improper potting soil or overwet plants. Remove, dry, and repot in suitable soil and pot size. Check for signs of pests or disease. Treat appropriately. Segregate new plants until it is certain that the collection cannot be infected.

Ordering from overseas has become risky, with variable outcomes, in recent years.

Seeds have become more expensive in recent years. There may be some problems when ordering from overseas. Quality and sowing conditions are important.

Rare Plant Research

Challenging web site and little contact information but a good collection of unusual plants, especially Burseras.

Mesa Gardens

Large selection of cactus and some succulents, both seeds and plants - each with designated idenification numbers of some meaning. Good basic web site.

Shoal Creek

Good selection of plants at reasonable prices. Smaller plants sent in pots! Good web site.

Cactus Data Plants

Annual sales, auctions, rare plants, large specimens, outstanding personal collections. Nomimal web site. You need to be there.

Out of Africa

Large selection of succulents from seedlings to specimens. Often updated, get the email notices. Smaller plants sent in pots! Also new web site improvements.

The Great Petaluma Desert

Moderator of Fat Plants discussion group. Many large specifmens often from habitat. Much improved web site but old one was a classic.

The Cactus and Succulent Society of America

Variable quality seeds at reasonable price.

Doug and Vivi Rowland

Large selection of succulent and related plant seeds. Very good quality. No email. Occasionally misnamed or mix.

General Botany Resources

Internet Directory for Botany

An extensive alphabetical list of botany related links with several mirrored versions.

Perlite

http://minerals.usgs.gov/minerals/pubs/commodity/perlite/#pubs

USGS site