Echinocereus John Pilbeam

John Pilbeam has cultivated these plants for about sixty years and has sought them out in Mexico and the southern United States to photograph their diversity and enjoy their lush flowers.

At the suggestion of renowned genus expert Nigel Taylor, he has written a book designed to benefit lovers of this stunning cactus genus and hopefully spark interest in these worthwhile plants among other cactus growers who may not yet have realized their full potential.

In collaboration with other Echinocereus enthusiasts, he has presented all recognized species and subspecies, as well as some that are still pending, with almost 200 photos in habitat or in culture. The cover picture shown here gives an impression of the wonderful flowers that this genus produces.