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Sharon Falsetto is a business owner, certified clinical aromatherapist & professional writer with a life-long interest in plants.

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Ethnobotany

Ehtnobotany is the study of how different cultures use plants; for example, Native American Indians, the New Zealand Maori people and the Australian Aboriginal people, in addition to many African tribal people. Here you will find information on how different cultures have traditionally used plants, how different plant species are used in the practice of ethnobotany and plant profiles of various ethnobotanical plants.

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 Free Beer From A Multi-Purpose Tree

The sound of blowing on a kudu horn is an invitation to neighbours to come and share in homemade marula beer.

Oct 19, 2011 – Cathy Dzerefos

Types of Plants for Broom Making

Traditional broom making requires the use of several plant species; the use of a broom dictates the type of plant species used to craft a specific broom.

Oct 11, 2011 – Sharon Falsetto

Potential Medicinal Benefits of Kigelia Africana- or Sausage Tree

Kigelia africana is perhaps better known as the Sausage tree, and is one of a kind. It is native to the African continent and has potential benefits for us.

Mar 27, 2011 – Lynne Evans

How Kumeyaay Indians of Southern California Used Native Plants

Kumeyaay Indians were using native plants for food, medicine and clothing long before European settlers arrived in modern day Southern California.

Mar 7, 2011 – Sharon Falsetto

The Mighty Oak has Health Benefits as Well as a Long History

The oak tree is symbolic of strength and gives us health benefits too, which may not be realized by many. All parts of the tree can be used, even its acorns

Dec 16, 2010 – Lynne Evans

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