A Plant A Day

Scientists described Gastrodia agnicellus, a new orchid species discovered in 2020 in Madagascar’s humid forests. This scary-looking Potato Orchid presents […]

As Thanksgiving approaches and we prepare for a grateful feast, it’s worth reflecting on the broader meaning of gratitude: especially

Post Series: Medicinal Flowers When we think of medicinal plants, it’s often the roots, leaves, or bark that come to

Shrubby rambling perennials from the Amazon, Suma (Hebanthe eriantha, syn. Pfaffia. Paniculata; P. glomerata) has several uses like ginseng, which

As we gear up to gather around the table this season, we celebrate the harvest, abundance, togetherness, and gratitude. ✨

Mung bean (Vigna radiata) is a fast-growing annual legume from India and Asia, producing small yellow flowers, and slender cylindrical

Continuing this new series… Scientists have unveiled a remarkable genetic breakthrough-Canadian Moonseed (Menispermum canadense) is the first known plant capable

Honey has been revered not just as a food, but as medicine across cultures for millennia. From Sumerian clay tablets

Post Series: Medicinal Flowers When we think of medicinal plants, it’s often the roots, leaves, or bark that come to

As I continue my month of Gratitude postings, I want to say how Deeply grateful I am for these two.