ABOUT US — Tiny Cactii
Owned & Operated by Anubhav Duarah [ CEO & FOUNDER ]
Last edited: 24‑11‑2025
Where It All Began
It started on an ordinary market day, the kind you never expect to remember. I was a kid, walking beside my father, holding his hand while the world around us buzzed with vendors, voices, and plastic bags brushing against clothes. Nothing about that day felt special , until I noticed a small cactus sitting alone among rows of plants.
It wasn’t colourful or dramatic. It didn’t shout for attention the way flowers do. But something about its calm, stubborn presence made me stop. I didn’t know anything about plants back then. I didn’t know how they grew or why people cared so much about them. I only knew that, for some reason, I didn’t want to walk past that cactus.
My father, Biswajit Duarah, noticed the way my eyes kept going back to it. Without any big speech, he asked the price and bought it for me. He placed the little pot in my hands and simply said, “Take care of it. Plants grow well when you look after them.” That one sentence stayed with me far longer than either of us expected.
A Small Plant, A Big Connection
Bringing that cactus home felt like bringing home a responsibility. I carried it carefully, scared to drop it or tilt it too much. Over time, it became more than just a plant in a corner. It became a quiet bridge between me and my father , something we both looked at, checked on, and silently cared about.
Looking back, I realise that the cactus was our first shared project. It turned into a symbol of trust, love, and attention. The more we cared for it, the more this simple routine grew into a habit, and that habit slowly started shaping the direction of my life.
Trips to the Nursery: Our Green Routine
Nursery visits didn’t start as a plan. They just happened. A quick stop after errands. A slow walk on a Sunday morning. A random detour because we saw a patch of green by the roadside. Soon, walking through rows of plants became our routine.
My father had a patient way of looking at plants. He would tilt a pot slightly, check the soil, feel a leaf gently, and notice small things I completely missed. He taught me how to read new growth, stress marks, and subtle signs that a plant needed help. Without calling it “learning”, he taught me how to observe.
Those nursery visits were peaceful. No rush, no loud conversations, just the sound of leaves moving and the smell of wet soil. Our home slowly turned greener — not just with plants, but with stories attached to each one.
Growing Together: Lessons Plants Taught Us
Caring for plants is a quiet teacher. It shows you that growth is often invisible in the moment, but obvious over time. You water, adjust light, and wait. Days pass with no visible change — and then one morning there’s a new leaf, a fresh spine, a tiny bud.
My father would say, “Good things take time. The leaf will grow when it’s ready.” At the time, it sounded like a comment about a plant. Later, I realised it was a lesson about life, patience, and trust.
Those evenings spent checking soil, rotating pots, and celebrating tiny new shoots were shaping my mindset long before Tiny Cactii existed. They taught me to respect slow progress and to value consistency over shortcuts.
A Loss That Hurt, But Also Planted Purpose
Losing my father changed everything. The world felt louder, emptier, and strangely unfamiliar. Yet in the middle of that silence, one thing still felt like him , the plants we had cared for together.
Grief showed up in small ways: in the sound of rustling leaves, in the smell of potting mix, in the sight of a sunlit window full of green. Every plant in the house felt like a page from our shared story. Taking care of them stopped being just a hobby; it became a way of staying connected to him.
Instead of pulling me away, that loss pulled me deeper into plants and the peace they bring. That is where the first idea of Tiny Cactii quietly took root — not as a business, but as a way to keep his presence alive in something living.
How Tiny Cactii Was Born
Tiny Cactii began as a tribute, not a business plan. It was my way of turning memory into something that could grow, travel, and bring joy to other homes. The name reflects the kind of plants that taught me the most , small, resilient, and full of character.
Cacti and succulents survive in harsh conditions, store strength within themselves, and still manage to look beautiful. They don’t demand constant attention, but they deeply appreciate mindful care. In many ways, they reminded me of my father’s nature: calm, strong, grounded, and quietly reliable.
What Tiny Cactii Stands For
1. Thoughtful Selection
Every plant is hand‑picked and assessed for health before it becomes part of our catalogue. If a plant doesn’t look ready to travel or thrive, it doesn’t go into a box.
2. Nursery‑Level Care, At Home
From soil mixes to acclimatisation, we treat plants like living companions, not just products. Our goal is that your plant doesn’t just arrive , it settles.
3. Honest Photos & Descriptions
We believe in realistic expectations. We use true‑to‑life photos, practical size references, and clean descriptions so you know what you’re bringing home.
4. Secure & Gentle Packaging
Plants travel miles to reach you. We design packaging to minimise shock, protect roots, and keep the plant stable, while balancing sustainability wherever possible.
5. Guidance After Delivery
We don’t disappear after the parcel arrives. Tiny Cactii is built to help you with care tips, watering frequency, light suggestions, and small fixes when things feel confusing.
6. Heart Over Hype
Every order matters, whether it is a single tiny cactus or a full shelf of plants. We treat each box as if it’s being delivered to someone we personally know.
Building a Community of Plant People
Tiny Cactii is for anyone who believes that a small pot of green can change the mood of a room. Many of our customers are first‑time plant parents; some are seasoned collectors. All of them share one thing , the feeling that plants make life softer and more grounded.
Through every package, message, photo, and review, we want to create a space where people feel comfortable asking “basic” questions, sharing progress, and learning without judgment.
Looking Ahead: Our Vision
As Tiny Cactii grows, the vision is simple but clear:
- Expand our range of healthy, well‑acclimatised cacti, succulents, and indoor plants.
- Offer curated starter kits for beginners who want an easy, confident first step into plant care.
- Create simple, visual care guides that focus on real home conditions, not just textbook rules.
- Build a community space , online and eventually offline , where plant lovers can learn, share, and grow together.
- Establish a physical nursery that feels like a calm corner of nature in the middle of everyday chaos.
A Note from the Heart
ABOUT US — Tiny Cactii
Owned & Operated by Anubhav Duarah [ CEO & FOUNDER ]
Last edited: 24‑11‑2025
Where It All Began
It started on an ordinary market day, the kind you never expect to remember. I was a kid, walking beside my father, holding his hand while the world around us buzzed with vendors, voices, and plastic bags brushing against clothes. Nothing about that day felt special , until I noticed a small cactus sitting alone among rows of plants.
It wasn’t colourful or dramatic. It didn’t shout for attention the way flowers do. But something about its calm, stubborn presence made me stop. I didn’t know anything about plants back then. I didn’t know how they grew or why people cared so much about them. I only knew that, for some reason, I didn’t want to walk past that cactus.
My father, Biswajit Duarah, noticed the way my eyes kept going back to it. Without any big speech, he asked the price and bought it for me. He placed the little pot in my hands and simply said, “Take care of it. Plants grow well when you look after them.” That one sentence stayed with me far longer than either of us expected.
A Small Plant, A Big Connection
Bringing that cactus home felt like bringing home a responsibility. I carried it carefully, scared to drop it or tilt it too much. Over time, it became more than just a plant in a corner. It became a quiet bridge between me and my father , something we both looked at, checked on, and silently cared about.
Looking back, I realise that the cactus was our first shared project. It turned into a symbol of trust, love, and attention. The more we cared for it, the more this simple routine grew into a habit, and that habit slowly started shaping the direction of my life.
Trips to the Nursery: Our Green Routine
Nursery visits didn’t start as a plan. They just happened. A quick stop after errands. A slow walk on a Sunday morning. A random detour because we saw a patch of green by the roadside. Soon, walking through rows of plants became our routine.
My father had a patient way of looking at plants. He would tilt a pot slightly, check the soil, feel a leaf gently, and notice small things I completely missed. He taught me how to read new growth, stress marks, and subtle signs that a plant needed help. Without calling it “learning”, he taught me how to observe.
Those nursery visits were peaceful. No rush, no loud conversations, just the sound of leaves moving and the smell of wet soil. Our home slowly turned greener — not just with plants, but with stories attached to each one.
Growing Together: Lessons Plants Taught Us
Caring for plants is a quiet teacher. It shows you that growth is often invisible in the moment, but obvious over time. You water, adjust light, and wait. Days pass with no visible change — and then one morning there’s a new leaf, a fresh spine, a tiny bud.
My father would say, “Good things take time. The leaf will grow when it’s ready.” At the time, it sounded like a comment about a plant. Later, I realised it was a lesson about life, patience, and trust.
Those evenings spent checking soil, rotating pots, and celebrating tiny new shoots were shaping my mindset long before Tiny Cactii existed. They taught me to respect slow progress and to value consistency over shortcuts.
A Loss That Hurt, But Also Planted Purpose
Losing my father changed everything. The world felt louder, emptier, and strangely unfamiliar. Yet in the middle of that silence, one thing still felt like him , the plants we had cared for together.
Grief showed up in small ways: in the sound of rustling leaves, in the smell of potting mix, in the sight of a sunlit window full of green. Every plant in the house felt like a page from our shared story. Taking care of them stopped being just a hobby; it became a way of staying connected to him.
Instead of pulling me away, that loss pulled me deeper into plants and the peace they bring. That is where the first idea of Tiny Cactii quietly took root — not as a business, but as a way to keep his presence alive in something living.
How Tiny Cactii Was Born
Tiny Cactii began as a tribute, not a business plan. It was my way of turning memory into something that could grow, travel, and bring joy to other homes. The name reflects the kind of plants that taught me the most , small, resilient, and full of character.
Cacti and succulents survive in harsh conditions, store strength within themselves, and still manage to look beautiful. They don’t demand constant attention, but they deeply appreciate mindful care. In many ways, they reminded me of my father’s nature: calm, strong, grounded, and quietly reliable.
What Tiny Cactii Stands For
1. Thoughtful Selection
Every plant is hand‑picked and assessed for health before it becomes part of our catalogue. If a plant doesn’t look ready to travel or thrive, it doesn’t go into a box.
2. Nursery‑Level Care, At Home
From soil mixes to acclimatisation, we treat plants like living companions, not just products. Our goal is that your plant doesn’t just arrive , it settles.
3. Honest Photos & Descriptions
We believe in realistic expectations. We use true‑to‑life photos, practical size references, and clean descriptions so you know what you’re bringing home.
4. Secure & Gentle Packaging
Plants travel miles to reach you. We design packaging to minimise shock, protect roots, and keep the plant stable, while balancing sustainability wherever possible.
5. Guidance After Delivery
We don’t disappear after the parcel arrives. Tiny Cactii is built to help you with care tips, watering frequency, light suggestions, and small fixes when things feel confusing.
6. Heart Over Hype
Every order matters, whether it is a single tiny cactus or a full shelf of plants. We treat each box as if it’s being delivered to someone we personally know.
Building a Community of Plant People
Tiny Cactii is for anyone who believes that a small pot of green can change the mood of a room. Many of our customers are first‑time plant parents; some are seasoned collectors. All of them share one thing , the feeling that plants make life softer and more grounded.
Through every package, message, photo, and review, we want to create a space where people feel comfortable asking “basic” questions, sharing progress, and learning without judgment.
Looking Ahead: Our Vision
As Tiny Cactii grows, the vision is simple but clear:
- Expand our range of healthy, well‑acclimatised cacti, succulents, and indoor plants.
- Offer curated starter kits for beginners who want an easy, confident first step into plant care.
- Create simple, visual care guides that focus on real home conditions, not just textbook rules.
- Build a community space , online and eventually offline , where plant lovers can learn, share, and grow together.
- Establish a physical nursery that feels like a calm corner of nature in the middle of everyday chaos.