by Evan Levy | Aug 7, 2020 | Edible Plants, Flowers, Gardening, Useful Plants
Echinacea, also known as coneflower, may be the most widely used herbal plant native to the United States. Even folks who know nothing about herbalism have likely heard of echinacea. Indigenous peoples use echinacea for a variety of illnesses and have for hundreds of...
by Evan Levy | Jul 29, 2020 | Education, Uncategorized, Useful Plants
Grassland plants don’t get enough attention from conservationists, writers, filmmakers, or policymakers. Most people know next to nothing about grasslands, other than the obvious fact that they are grassy. I’m here to show you that grasslands are dynamic...
by Siri Undlin | Jul 27, 2020 | Edible Plants, Flowers, Plant Identification, Uncategorized, Useful Plants
Some plants seem to have traveled through time, alongside Homo sapiens every step of the way. Wherever we explore, live our lives, and build societies, some plants are right there too – quietly providing support throughout the generations. Mugwort is one of...
by Ellen Rigell | Jul 23, 2020 | Edible Plants, Uncategorized, Useful Plants
Between its notorious sting and worldwide range, most people have at least heard of stinging nettle. But nettle’s incredible health benefits truly reel in the plant’s fanbase. Nutritious and simple to prepare, nettle tea is a great way to enjoy everything the plant...
by Patrick O'Hare | Jun 11, 2020 | Edible Plants, Gardening, Useful Plants
Lemon balm has been used as an herbal remedy for a variety of ailments for hundreds of years. It was first utilized around central Europe and the Middle East several millennia ago. Since then, its utilities have expanded to its inclusion in food, beverage, and more....
by Evan Levy | Jun 7, 2020 | Edible Plants, Flowers, Uncategorized, Useful Plants
Yarrow, among sage, lavender, and echinacea, is one of the most useful herbs in the northern hemisphere. This plant is something of a shapeshifter- able to grow in mountains and deserts and more urban areas like highways and cities. It comes in all colors and packs...
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