Is cactus the most popular plant in Mexico?

Not by a long shot. Some have really mean thorns and will pester lifestock and people tending to them. But most people do not mind them much at all, they are part of the landscape as in Finland the firs and birch trees. There are several hundred o... read more

There are several hundred of different cactus species in Mexico alone, most are small and seldom seen, living hidden under bushes, in rocky cracks or even in the jungle. Others are big, treelike fellows, sometimes used for their fruit, or firewood when they break down. Some contain useful medicine and others are eaten. read more

To find the ideal Mexican plant for your garden, take a look at our plant collection where you'll find the Barrel Cactus, Belize Sage, Mexican Buckeye and many more Mexican plants. Our collection features some of the most popular plants, as well as tips on soil, sunlight and pruning tips. read more

The round type cactus: the most common is the Echinocactus grusonii. In addition to the columnar shape of the Cereus, the other typical cactus shape is round. Among the globular cacti the Echinocactus are very popular and representative, and in particular the Echinocactus grusonii. read more