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 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...
by Riley Fortier | Nov 9, 2020 | Education, Uncategorized, Useful Plants
Fungi are a fascinating, abundant, and necessary part of our planet. Although they may seem like a basic form of life on our planet, they are actually incredibly complex and there is still a ton we’re learning about them. Many people know fungi just as the mushrooms...
by Patrick O'Hare | Nov 4, 2020 | Edible Plants, Education, Plant Identification, Uncategorized, Useful Plants
The world of melons is vast, confusing, and interesting. This is partly due to the fact that melons have been cultivated by humans for over 5,000 years. Today, let’s take a deep dive into many of the different kinds of melons. IDENTIFY NEW PLANTS WITH PLANTSNAP What...
by Siri Undlin | Oct 27, 2020 | Edible Plants, Uncategorized, Useful Plants
If you’ve ever accidentally chomped down onto a bay leaf, chances are you won’t forget it. Its bitter taste can be an unpleasant shock to your tastebuds (and not recommended by health professionals) but is also a clue – the bay leaf is a powerfully beneficial...
by Siri Undlin | Sep 25, 2020 | Edible Plants, Useful Plants
Thyme is a beloved herb for many human beings on planet earth. This is as true today as it has been throughout history. Thyme is a perennial evergreen plant that weaves its way throughout our stories and rituals. It has shaped our lives in ways we may not even...
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