by Riley Fortier | Nov 20, 2020 | Education, Plant Identification, Uncategorized
The 5 leaf vine is a common plant that is native to the eastern part of North America. Its compound leaves and growth form look similar to many other plants that can be found growing near the 5 leaf vine. Specifically, many poisonous plants with irritating foliage...
by Riley Fortier | Nov 18, 2020 | Edible Plants, Uncategorized, Useful Plants
Purslane is a common herb that’s renowned for its medicinal benefits. Its scientific name, Portulaca oleracea, literally means “herbal purslane” and describes the plant’s edible and medicinal properties. In fact, humans have been using purslane for millennia, and now...
by Ellen Rigell | Nov 18, 2020 | Education, Flowers, Plant Identification, Uncategorized
Roses are woody plants in the genus Rosa known for their showy flowers. There are over 150 species in the genus and thousands of cultivated hybrids. There are so many different types of roses! But enough numbers, roses are a symbol of romance and beauty! They have...
by Siri Undlin | Nov 16, 2020 | Houseplants, Plant Identification, Uncategorized
Along the beach, in the humid warmth of a dense forest, swaying in a vivid hammock daydream – palms are an evocative and distinct family of plants. Even if you’ve never been to a tropical region of the planet, chances are you can envision their swaying green...
by Ellen Rigell | Nov 12, 2020 | Education, Uncategorized, Useful Plants
Holly has integrated itself so well into mainstream culture, you may find yourself wondering how it came to be such a staple. In western society, the often immediate association with holly is the red and green decor of Christmas time, as popularized by the classic...
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