Beautifully illustrated & highly accessible this essential guide to cacti & other succulents is both a practical manual & a source of reference & inspiration for all enthusiasts. More than 250 different species or genera & their natural habitats are described. Topics covered include: the unique nature of succulents; the natural environment; history classification & nomenclature; watering feeding general care & propagation; pests & diseases; & profiles of cacti & other succulents.