Lamiaceae Family Plants Characteristics, Classifications and Functions
The Alismaceae (Al-is-MAH-kay-ee) family of plants is a varied collection of plants found in streams, ponds, and flooded places all around the globe. Many people are interested in these plants...
You may remember that I provided a general introduction to Botanical Latin in the first edition of this series, describing why Latin is employed and some of the regulations. It was also my stated...
Botanical Latin Guide (History, Pronunciation, Rules & Meanings)
Throughout my years of engagement with different hobbyist organizations, it has become clear to me that most people are absolutely perplexed by the usage of Latin in the name of species. Questions...
Tropical climates are found at the equator where the sun shines all year long. Due to this constant exposure to sunlight, plants grow rapidly in these climates and tend to be more diverse because...
The plants listed here are mostly tropical in origin, but with a little care they can thrive in our UK climate. Most often that care means wrapping them up in fleece so they can make it through the...
Medicinal plants are plants that have been used traditionally or experimentally in medicine. They are used to treat a wide range of diseases and health conditions, from common colds and the flu to...
