Tag: botanical garden
The Night-Blooming Beauty: Peniocereus marianus
Some plants don’t just grow, they wait. And when they bloom, they do so quietly at night. The botanical name Peniocereus marianus was formally described in 1962 by Mexican botanist Hernando Sanchez Mejorada. However, the species had previously been classified as...
Five Date Ideas at Desert Botanical Garden
Desert Botanical Garden offers a variety of romantic ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day weekend. From stargazing under desert skies to strolling through a one-of-a-kind light experience, you’ll find plenty of unforgettable moments to share. Along the trails, discover...
New open-access book authored by Garden researcher
New open-access book authored by Garden researcher Senior Research Scientist Dr. Joe McAuliffe is the principal author of a new, web-based, open access book on arid and semi-arid environments of western South Africa, including the Succulent Karoo. The book focuses on...
