Publications

Cacti, other Succulents, and Unusual Xerophytes of Southern Arizona

Matthew B. Johnson

This pocket-sized field guide features 83 species of cacti and other succulent plants that may be found in southern Arizona. One or more color photographs illustrate each plant in its natural habitat, and often include close-up images of the flowers. The book is organized with related plants on consecutive pages to facilitate identification. The text lists both scientific and common names. Information on habitat and distribution of each species is provided along with a brief, non-technical description, flowering times, interesting facts about the plants and useful tips on distinguishing similar species. Arizona residents and visitors alike will find this an interesting and convenient reference for these fascinating plants.

Proceeds from the sale of this handbook support the Desert Legume Program.

The handbook cost is $9.95 plus shipping costs. It is available through CALSmart, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, The University of Arizona, 4042 N. Campbell Ave., Tucson, AZ, 85719. Toll free: 1-877-763-5315, 520-318-7275, Fax: 520-795-8508, online: http://cals.arizona.edu/calsmart

Desert Plants

Desert Plants is a journal published by The University of Arizona for the Boyce Thompson Southwestern Arboretum. For information online regarding this publication: http://cals.arizona.edu/desertplants

Aridus

DELEP publishes a newsletter three times per year called Aridus