Meetings
The Cactus Flora of Utah
Presented by Kipp Lee
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Kipp Lee, a Utah native now based in Salt Lake City, has dedicated over 45 years to studying and cultivating native plants and cacti. With a background in Biology and a focus in Botany from the University of Utah, he contributed to research on the Solanum genus with Dr. Lynn Bohs. For the past 16 years, Kipp has actively served on the Utah Native Plant Society Board of Directors, where he has held roles such as Salt Lake Chapter President and State President, in addition to serving on the Rare Plant, Invasive Species, and Horticulture Committees.
A committed plant conservationist, Kipp has participated in numerous rare plant surveys throughout Utah, working closely with organizations like the BLM, FWS, Grand Canyon Trust, and The Nature Conservancy. His collaborative work with Dean Stock, the late Dorde Woodruff, and Blake Wellard on identifying, mapping, and studying Utah’s cactus species will culminate in this premiere edition.
In his personal time, Kipp enjoys growing orchids and cacti, keeping a small reptile collection, making his own wine and beer, and exploring Utah’s remarkable landscapes through hiking.
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Utah is world-renowned for its uniquely varied landscapes, and is home to dramatic mountain ranges and expansive deserts. The state is also a hotspot for plant diversity and plant endemism, and the cactus family makes no exception; six of our species can only be found in Utah. These unique plants are permanent and iconic symbols of the American West, occupying nearly every habitat type across the state.
The Cactus Flora of Utah is the state’s first comprehensive treatment of this charismatic group, and has been rigorously prepared for over a decade. The resulting product will be useful and interesting to professional botanists, as well as the most casual of cactus buffs. Countless hours and off-road miles were necessary to gather data to produce detailed descriptions as well as beautiful photographs of every species in flower. All 44 taxa (species and varieties) are thoroughly treated, accompanied by detailed maps and more than 350 images depicting the plants in their native habitat. Additionally, species checklists for Utah’s National Parks and Monuments are included, making this the ultimate companion for any cactophile’s travels across the state.
Everyone is welcome to come and join us for this special in person presentation. This meeting will also be a Zoom program and will be an important educational and informational event you must see. Excellent plant give aways will take place at the in person meeting but that portion of the program, because of the recording, will not appear on Zoom. When leaving the live in person meeting, please enjoy excellent refreshments provided by our member volunteers and also, everyone can get a special free plant when leaving, offered to you by the Tucson Cactus and Succulent Society.
The Cactus Flora of Utah
Taxonomy and Distribution
“This is a beautifully presented, informative and well organized book. Anyone with an interest in cactus who loves to hike the hillsides and deserts of Utah will want The Cactus Flora of Utah in their backpack.”
Speaker Coordinator: Vonn Watkins
All are welcome!
Meetings consist of a brief message with announcements from the president, an informative program, a raffle, door prizes, refreshments, and free plants (for members).
For the January meeting we are asking members whose last names begin with “M” through “Z” to bring finger food that would serve 10-12 people. It’s MUCH appreciated!!
Meetings are held on the first Thursday of the month from January thru November.
Location: St. Phillips in the Hills Episcopal Church - Murphey Gallery
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
4440 N Campbell Ave, Tucson, AZ 85718
Our meetings are held at the Murphey Gallery at St. Philip's in the Hills Church, located at the northeast corner of River and Campbell. The property can be accessed from westbound River Road by turning into the driveway before the light at Campbell. Watch for St. Philip's signs. Going north on Campbell, take an immediate right onto the property after you go through the intersection.
We look forward to seeing you there!
We also offer a Zoom presentation
When you sign in to the Zoom you’re entered into a raffle for a $25 gift certificate to local nurseries.
