Mangiferin Tea?
Honeybush (Cyclopia spp.) is the common name for several species of Cyclopia that are found in South Africa and commonly […]
The Living Fossil
You are looking at a true living fossil—one of our most ancient plants on the earth today and still useful!
I Heart Red Tea.
Native to a small region in the Western Cape of South Africa, Rooibos (Aspalathus linearis) is an herb commonly used
Menthol
Important Bioactive From Plants! Menthol is a cyclic monoterpenoid found in mint (Mentha) species responsible for the minty taste of
Homeopathy
Post Series: Global Traditional Medicine Systems In order to spread awareness about the rich living herbal traditions from around the
Indian Botanical Natural Product Markets
Indian Botanical Natural Product Markets: Food, Pharma, Dietary Supplements & Personal Care Post Series: Reflections on India You might recall
The Nutraceutical Flower?
Highly favored in horticulture due to their beauty, Fuchsias (Fuchsia spp.) belong to a genus consisting of about 110 species
Edible Perfume
Edible Perfume- that is how I would describe the experience of consuming these edible flowers. This South American native large
The Fairest Fern
The Maidenhair Fern (Adiantum aethiopicum) is to me—as its name implies—one of the most very delicate-looking and beautiful ferns that
Propagate your Money
Feng Shui practitioners recommend Jade Plants (Crassula ovata) for their symbolism of bringing luck, but also for increasing the “chi”