Cacti growing wild in the desert impart rough beauty to a landscape while offering protection for many species of wildlife.

If you're having trouble taking care of your cactus plant, here are some helpful care tips to follow.

While guidance varies depending on the species, here are common mammillaria care requirements: Place in full sun or bright, direct light. Plant in a well-drained cactus mix. Water sparingly in ...

Scientists also declared several other extinctions, including the first documented plant extinction in New Hampshire.

The population of the Key Largo tree cactus has been wiped from the Florida Keys. While scientists are now working on a potential restoration, more species will likely see similar fates as climate ...

TUCSON, Ariz.— The Center for Biological Diversity filed suit today against the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service for failing to finalize Endangered Species Act protections for the cactus ferruginous ...

Following multiple petitions and lawsuits by the Center for Biological Diversity and Defenders of Wildlife, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service today proposed to protect cactus ferruginous pygmy owls ...

Entrance to the garden is free. Visit the NPS website for more information about the other cacti species you'll spot. Climbers flock to Joshua Tree from around the world to tackle the literally ...

This towering plant, which can grow up to 60 feet tall and live for more than 200 years, is the largest cactus species in the country. Its fruit is a culturally important food source for members of ...