by Cameron Linton | Dec 26, 2018 | Biology, Plant Identification
Hawaiian plants are some of the most beautiful and unusual curiosities in the world. Like many islands, Hawaii is full of plants that are isolated and don’t exist anywhere else. There’s also a rich cultural history surrounding the use of these plants...
by Siri Undlin | Dec 21, 2018 | Houseplants, Plant Identification
Power lines might not seem like the ideal place for a plant to call home, but curious observers throughout the Americas might see strange, spiky plants that rest upon power lines like party decorations. So what is that plant growing on power lines? Never fear,...
by Cameron Linton | Dec 19, 2018 | Flowers, Houseplants, Useful Plants
As we all turn our gaze towards the holidays, it’s fun to start thinking about gifts for our loved ones. Since plants can help stave off seasonal depression and improve air quality, they are a great Christmas gift. But what are the best plants to give as Christmas...
by Cameron Linton | Dec 15, 2018 | Weekly Plant News Roundup
This article is part of our new weekly plant news roundup, brought to you thanks to our partners at Earth.com. Catnip May Give Experts Insight Into Cancer-Fighting Treatments Researchers at the John Innes Centre are providing new insight into how catnip...
by Cameron Linton | Dec 13, 2018 | Biology, Plant Identification
Whenever you’re out foraging for edible plants or tasty mushrooms, there’s a risk of picking and eating the wrong plant. Making a mistake while foraging for wild plants can kill you – so it’s important to know what you’re doing! In some cases, eating the wrong...
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