by Riley Fortier | May 8, 2019 | Biology
What are digestive plant enzymes? To answer this, we have to first ask: what are digestive enzymes to begin with? You may have learned about enzymes in a biology class at some point, but we’ll give you a refresher. Organisms need energy to function. But, where does...
by Riley Fortier | Apr 22, 2019 | Education, Useful Plants
One of the most important tools used during the summer is sunscreen. To prevent skin damage caused by the sun’s harmful rays, we slather on a thick layer of the stuff before a day at the beach, going on a hike, or an afternoon at the ballpark. However, many people are...
by Riley Fortier | Apr 4, 2019 | Education, Flowers, Useful Plants
The lotus flower is one of the most sacred and iconic plants in the world. The striking flower is a symbolic staple for some of the most prolific cultures and religions throughout history. It’s safe to say that for thousands of years, the lotus has been a plant...
by Riley Fortier | Mar 25, 2019 | Biology, Education, Flowers
Organisms in the jungle are in intense competition with each other. Natural selection from that competition has lead to the creation of some pretty wild plants and animals. It’s no wonder that you find the most bizarre and colorful birds, the biggest trees, and some...
by Riley Fortier | Mar 8, 2019 | Flowers, Gardening, Houseplants, Useful Plants
Jasmine has been cultivated and prized by humans for millennia. The showy plant is famous for its beautiful white flowers and rich fragrance. Many people have heard of the flower, or maybe even have a friend named Jasmine. But, not many people know of the importance...
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