Welcome, Visitors!
The Cactus and Succulent Society of San Jose (CSSSJ) welcomes you to our website.
The CSSSJ is a diverse group of people with a mutual interest in and fascination for cacti and other succulent plants.
Succulent plants are among the most bizarre, beautiful, and varied in the entire plant kingdom. If you share our interest in these fascinating and unique plants, or just want to learn more, we invite you to join us at our meetings and have some fun.
If you’d like to become a member, you can do so for $15 a person, or $20 a couple. See the Membership Page for additional details.
Upcoming Events
Club Meeting: Sunday, August 3rd, 12:30 PM
Beyond the Desert into the Forests and Valleys: An Introduction to Epiphytic Cacti
Jorge Quiñónez, a school psychologist in Salinas,
California, has been cultivating succulents for a decade,
with a recent focus on South American species. This talk
delves into the world of epiphytic cacti, exploring the main
groups and insights on propagation. Along the way, he
discusses accidental epiphytes, plant posers, a pinch of
biogeography, and some tips based on years of experience.
The presentation blends botanical information, personal
insights with practical cultivation advice, making it
accessible to both novice and experienced growers seeking to
expand their knowledge of succulent plants.
Also, note the themes for this month’s Mini-Show!
Meetings take place at the Ethel & William Prusch Multicultural Arts Center, on the northeastern edge of the Emma Prusch Farm Park.