Like Black Pepper, But Better?
The Ashanti Pepper (aka West African Black Pepper, Uziza; Piper guineense) has long been used as a spice and in […]
Testosterone Taming Tribulus
Tribulus (aka Gokshura, Puncturevine; Tribulus terrestris) is an annual plant native to warm temperate regions from Europe through Northern France
Anthocyanins- Important Bioactives from Plants!
These pigments are found in red, purple, and blue fruits and vegetables. Among their health benefits: · reducing inflammation, · antioxidant · protecting
The Giant Australian Pepper
As its common name implies, this Pepper becomes giant, as it climbs and scrambles across hillsides and up other trees
✈️The Jet Fuel Nut
Native to the American tropics, Jatropha (Physic Nut; Jatropha curcas, Jatropha spp.) is now widespread in many tropical countries and
Happy New Year 2024!
Happy New Year! Sending you warm wishes that the seeds your planting will bring peace, health, happiness and prosperity for
A Resolution for Biodiversity
At the start of 2024 I want to share with you my resolution to continue working for Biodiversity, and I
The Most Calming Adaptogen
Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) is considered one of the most powerful Ayurvedic herbs, with a long tradition over thousands of years
The Incense that is also a Medicine
Frankincense (Boswellia sacra, B. serrata, B. spp.) is used as an incense and also in perfumes, traditional medicines, and personal care
The Golden Husky Sweet-Tart Fruit
This little fruit, Goldenberry (Physalis peruviana), looks just like a tomatillo (which is a tomato-like fruit covered by a husk,