Today, herbalism and wild plant foraging has become an increasingly popular alternative to modern medicine. Herbal medicine is still widely used among American-Indian, Chinese and European populations ...

This is an educative book about two important planetary crises: the decline and extinction of species, and climate change.

Growing herbs in containers is perfect for patios, kitchen window sills, and small yards. Learn how to select and care for ...

This discovery is particularly significant because numerous plant pathogens appear to use this strategy. The genes responsible for producing glycosyrin have been found in various harmful bacteria ...

The solution, faux plants and trees, was “controversial,” Cha says, but the public immediately embraced the retreat’s parklike feel, and Supermass now has projects underway at other airports, with ...

The caffeine residues in the used coffee grounds can actually suppress germination and slow the growth of some plants. The grounds don't release their beneficial components until organisms in the ...

One common remedy is Epsom salt (magnesium sulfate), a mineral-rich compound that supports plant health. When used correctly, ...

Evidence suggests Egyptians brought plants indoors in the 3rd century BC. The remains of the former city of Pompeii reveal indoor plants used there more than 2,000 years ago, and in medieval England, ...

The plant can be used in cooking, for potpourri, in soaps and skin care products, or for its medicinal properties to aid sleep. Knowing when and how to prune lavender keeps the plant looking bushy ...

Spring has arrived in Florida, marked by the spring equinox and the last frost. Gardeners can now prune dead material from cold-damaged tropical plants and check for signs of new growth.