Articles related to "Botany"
The Botany of Gluten
Wheat, spelt, rye, barley, oats, corn, rice, wild rice, bamboo shoots and even sugar cane are in the same botanical family of Poaceae Grasses.
gluten • botany • poaceae family • gramineae grasses • wheat
Wheat, spelt, rye, barley, oats, corn, rice, wild rice, bamboo shoots and even sugar cane are in the same botanical family of Poaceae Grasses.
gluten • botany • poaceae family • gramineae grasses • wheat
The Botany of Nuts Allergies
The most common food allergies in children are egg, milk, peanut, soy, fish, shellfish, and tree nuts. Some people are allergic to food items in the same plant family.
peanuts • treenuts • anaphylactic shock • allergies • plant families
The most common food allergies in children are egg, milk, peanut, soy, fish, shellfish, and tree nuts. Some people are allergic to food items in the same plant family.
peanuts • treenuts • anaphylactic shock • allergies • plant families
The Parts of a Perennial
What parts your perennials have and how they use them to their benefit.
perennial • botany • biology • roots • stems
What parts your perennials have and how they use them to their benefit.
perennial • botany • biology • roots • stems
Wood Chip Dyeing
Various wood bark and chips can be used for dyeing a variety of colors. They need a bit more time and trouble to release their color but can produce some of the best natural tones particularly in blues and purples.
natural dyeing • historical dyeing • dye • dye plants • bark
Various wood bark and chips can be used for dyeing a variety of colors. They need a bit more time and trouble to release their color but can produce some of the best natural tones particularly in blues and purples.
natural dyeing • historical dyeing • dye • dye plants • bark
Passionflowers
There has fallen a splendid tear From the passion-flower at the gate <img src="http://www.suite101.com/userfiles/5735/passion.jpg">
passion flowers • passiflora • gardening • passionflower • passionflowers
There has fallen a splendid tear From the passion-flower at the gate <img src="http://www.suite101.com/userfiles/5735/passion.jpg">
passion flowers • passiflora • gardening • passionflower • passionflowers
Seeds versus Spores
Fungi, mosses, lichens, and ferns are among the plants that produce spores rather than seeds as their vehicles of reproduction.
spore • seed • fungi • mosses • lichens
Fungi, mosses, lichens, and ferns are among the plants that produce spores rather than seeds as their vehicles of reproduction.
spore • seed • fungi • mosses • lichens
Edible Green Plants of Winter
There are plenty of edible greens in the warm months of the year, but what is there to eat in the wild when the ground freezes and most plants are dead or dormant?
garlic mustard • onion grass • field garlic • wintercress • foraging wild edibles
There are plenty of edible greens in the warm months of the year, but what is there to eat in the wild when the ground freezes and most plants are dead or dormant?
garlic mustard • onion grass • field garlic • wintercress • foraging wild edibles
Identifying Trees in Winter
Tree identification is always a matter of detective work, and especially so in winter, when the leaves are not present to offer their distinctive clues.
trees in winter • leafless trees • identifying trees • trees without leaves • identify tree bark
Tree identification is always a matter of detective work, and especially so in winter, when the leaves are not present to offer their distinctive clues.
trees in winter • leafless trees • identifying trees • trees without leaves • identify tree bark
Seeds to Flowers to Seeds
Flowering species-including the trees-represent the top of the evolutionary line for plants, with a reproductive process that generates seeds to carry on the species.
plant reproduction • seed • spore • stamen • pistil
Flowering species-including the trees-represent the top of the evolutionary line for plants, with a reproductive process that generates seeds to carry on the species.
plant reproduction • seed • spore • stamen • pistil
The Vining Life
Vines are an essential element in Florida gardens. Find out which ones you should grow and why.
vines • florida gardening • subtropical • climbers
Vines are an essential element in Florida gardens. Find out which ones you should grow and why.
vines • florida gardening • subtropical • climbers
Fruit or Vegetable?
Is a pumpkin fruit or vegetable? Tomato fruit or vegetable? Do you know? Find this amazing nutrition fact herein: the difference between fruit and vegetable.
fruit or vegetable • tomato fruit or vegetable • pumpkin fruit or vegetable • difference between fruit and vegetable • culinary terms
Is a pumpkin fruit or vegetable? Tomato fruit or vegetable? Do you know? Find this amazing nutrition fact herein: the difference between fruit and vegetable.
fruit or vegetable • tomato fruit or vegetable • pumpkin fruit or vegetable • difference between fruit and vegetable • culinary terms
Sydney guide: Things to do
Travel to Australia's biggest city to climb the Harbour Bridge, go to a concert at the Opera House, get the ferry to Manly, surf on Bondi beach and more.
activities sydney • australia’s biggest city • capital new south wales • harbour bridge climb • opera house concert
Travel to Australia's biggest city to climb the Harbour Bridge, go to a concert at the Opera House, get the ferry to Manly, surf on Bondi beach and more.
activities sydney • australia’s biggest city • capital new south wales • harbour bridge climb • opera house concert
Just Pretend it's an Annual
Roses as annuals? The idea sounds not only crazy, but wasteful at first hearing. But maybe it's not such a wild idea.
flowers • plants • annuals • perennials • cannas
Roses as annuals? The idea sounds not only crazy, but wasteful at first hearing. But maybe it's not such a wild idea.
flowers • plants • annuals • perennials • cannas
Trees with Compound Leaves
A minority of trees have compound leaves, i.e., multiple leaflets on a single leaf stem, giving many species a feathery beauty and the student means of identification.
compound leaves • feather-compound • pinnate • palmate • fan-compound
A minority of trees have compound leaves, i.e., multiple leaflets on a single leaf stem, giving many species a feathery beauty and the student means of identification.
compound leaves • feather-compound • pinnate • palmate • fan-compound
Winter Survival Foods
Trees provide several sources of nourishment in the winter wilds, but they generally require more processing than greens and are not as palatable.
survival food • tree sap • maple sap • birch sap • roots
Trees provide several sources of nourishment in the winter wilds, but they generally require more processing than greens and are not as palatable.
survival food • tree sap • maple sap • birch sap • roots
City Street Trees
It's difficult for most trees to tolerate the pollution in city air and the pressure of trampling feet over their roots, so the number of urban species is limited.
city trees • street trees • urban trees • ailanthus • tree-of-heaven
It's difficult for most trees to tolerate the pollution in city air and the pressure of trampling feet over their roots, so the number of urban species is limited.
city trees • street trees • urban trees • ailanthus • tree-of-heaven
Dandelion
Traditionally, dandelion leaves are eaten as a spring tonic, to gently cleanse the body with the change of seasons, but they are also edible in summer and fall.
dandelion • spring tonic • spring cleansing • liver tonic • diuretic
Traditionally, dandelion leaves are eaten as a spring tonic, to gently cleanse the body with the change of seasons, but they are also edible in summer and fall.
dandelion • spring tonic • spring cleansing • liver tonic • diuretic
Plant Identification
A field guide is useful for identifying plants, but it's useless without knowledge of the words used for separating plants into groups.
identify plants • plant identification • field guide • using a field guide • wildflower
A field guide is useful for identifying plants, but it's useless without knowledge of the words used for separating plants into groups.
identify plants • plant identification • field guide • using a field guide • wildflower
Red Maple Trees
With half the sugar content of sugar maple sap, red maple is nevertheless used in some regions to make syrup because it is widespread and grows fast.
red maple • tap a maple • tapping • sap • syrup
With half the sugar content of sugar maple sap, red maple is nevertheless used in some regions to make syrup because it is widespread and grows fast.
red maple • tap a maple • tapping • sap • syrup
The Cactus Club Killings
The Cactus Club Killings is a mystery about two murders of officers in a local cactus club.
cactus • succulents • mystery • horticulture therapy
The Cactus Club Killings is a mystery about two murders of officers in a local cactus club.
cactus • succulents • mystery • horticulture therapy
The Fascinating World of Polygonaceae
There are many polygonums that can be grown in the garden. This article includes information on Fallopia, Eriogonum, Rhubarb and Persicarias, and perhaps, the plant you are searching for information on today...
persicaria • rhubarb • rheum • polygonum • fallopia
There are many polygonums that can be grown in the garden. This article includes information on Fallopia, Eriogonum, Rhubarb and Persicarias, and perhaps, the plant you are searching for information on today...
persicaria • rhubarb • rheum • polygonum • fallopia
Aromatic Tree Identification
Certain types of trees have inner bark (and, in some cases, other parts) that exude a distinct, usually pleasant, odor that is specific to that species.
aromatic trees • fragrant • inner bark • sassafras • ailanthus
Certain types of trees have inner bark (and, in some cases, other parts) that exude a distinct, usually pleasant, odor that is specific to that species.
aromatic trees • fragrant • inner bark • sassafras • ailanthus
Cordage Plants
Twig bark is available year-round, but fall is the time to harvest the stems of fibrous plants for making cordage, otherwise known as string.
cordage • string from plants • dogbane • milkweed • slippery elm
Twig bark is available year-round, but fall is the time to harvest the stems of fibrous plants for making cordage, otherwise known as string.
cordage • string from plants • dogbane • milkweed • slippery elm
Fall Fruits in the Wild
One welcome feature of the cold weather is the late edible fruits that appear on the wild plants, some of them growing sweeter after the frost hits.
wild berries • sumac • rose hips • autumn-olive • wild edible
One welcome feature of the cold weather is the late edible fruits that appear on the wild plants, some of them growing sweeter after the frost hits.
wild berries • sumac • rose hips • autumn-olive • wild edible
Forest Park in Portland, Oregon
Just 15 minutes from downtown Portland, Oregon, a 4,900-acre forest preserve invites hiking, biking and strolling along 70 miles of trails.
forest park in portland oregon • oregon native forest • oregon wildlife • portland oregon vacation • hiking in portland oregon
Just 15 minutes from downtown Portland, Oregon, a 4,900-acre forest preserve invites hiking, biking and strolling along 70 miles of trails.
forest park in portland oregon • oregon native forest • oregon wildlife • portland oregon vacation • hiking in portland oregon
How to Identify Ferns
Certain fern species are unique and easily identified, while many look almost identical and require careful comparison of leaflets, spore cases, and other features.
ferns • fern identification • twice-compound • twice-cut • thrice-compound
Certain fern species are unique and easily identified, while many look almost identical and require careful comparison of leaflets, spore cases, and other features.
ferns • fern identification • twice-compound • twice-cut • thrice-compound
Medicinal, Food Plants in Winter
Plants that stay green in winter under the snow include a handful of herbs that can be easily harvested for medicinal use; some of them are also edible.
edible medicinal plants • herbs leaves stay green under snow • chickweed vitamins • self-heal • heal all
Plants that stay green in winter under the snow include a handful of herbs that can be easily harvested for medicinal use; some of them are also edible.
edible medicinal plants • herbs leaves stay green under snow • chickweed vitamins • self-heal • heal all
Voyage of the First Fleet
Banished from their homeland in 1787, more than 750 of Britain's convicts were launched on a perilous sea voyage to the other side of the world.
first fleet • convicts • transportation • fleet • australia
Banished from their homeland in 1787, more than 750 of Britain's convicts were launched on a perilous sea voyage to the other side of the world.
first fleet • convicts • transportation • fleet • australia
Where have all the hummers gone?
Ever wonder where the hummingbirds go? How can something so tiny travels such distances? This is a very condensed version of what they go through.
hummingbirds • migration • birds • belize • yucatan
Ever wonder where the hummingbirds go? How can something so tiny travels such distances? This is a very condensed version of what they go through.
hummingbirds • migration • birds • belize • yucatan
Bulbs for Shady Places -- Part 4
Bulbs for fall bloom in the shady garden.
shade • shade garden • shade gardening • gardening in shade • perennials
Bulbs for fall bloom in the shady garden.
shade • shade garden • shade gardening • gardening in shade • perennials
Planting Under Trees - Part 7
Gardening in Shade - Planting Under Trees - Part 7 - Mostly Natives
native shade plants
Gardening in Shade - Planting Under Trees - Part 7 - Mostly Natives
native shade plants
Books from Peter Goldblatt:
Books from Peter Goldblatt, who is the world expert on Iridaceae.
iridaceae • peter goldblatt • south afric • south african • bulbs
Books from Peter Goldblatt, who is the world expert on Iridaceae.
iridaceae • peter goldblatt • south afric • south african • bulbs
Harvest Wild Plants for Tea
Whether you seek the healing properties of plants or the flavor of a fresh, wild, no-cost, caffeine-free drink, you might enjoy harvesting your own plants for tea.
herbal tea • harvest herbs for tea • rose hips • wild edible plants • raspberry leaves
Whether you seek the healing properties of plants or the flavor of a fresh, wild, no-cost, caffeine-free drink, you might enjoy harvesting your own plants for tea.
herbal tea • harvest herbs for tea • rose hips • wild edible plants • raspberry leaves
Identifying Trees by Their Bark
When there are no leaves on the trees, we have to rely on bark, buds, and growth patterns to identify the species, a fascinating challenge.
trees in winter • leafless trees • identifying trees • tree bark • furrowed bark
When there are no leaves on the trees, we have to rely on bark, buds, and growth patterns to identify the species, a fascinating challenge.
trees in winter • leafless trees • identifying trees • tree bark • furrowed bark
Walking Irises, Neomarica spp.
Explore the history and fall victim to the charm of these quintessential Pass-Along Plants
walking iris • apostle plant • neomarica gracilis • neomarica caerulea • neomarica northiana
Explore the history and fall victim to the charm of these quintessential Pass-Along Plants
walking iris • apostle plant • neomarica gracilis • neomarica caerulea • neomarica northiana
Goethe and Gardens
Like many romantics, Johann Wolfgang von Goethe (1749 - 1832) preferred untamed nature over gardens.
johann wolfgang von goethe • goethe • romantics • gardens • untamed nature
Like many romantics, Johann Wolfgang von Goethe (1749 - 1832) preferred untamed nature over gardens.
johann wolfgang von goethe • goethe • romantics • gardens • untamed nature
WWW Virtual Library and Britannica Internet Guide: Reviews and Search Tips
Reviews of WWW Virtual Library and Britannica Internet Guide, including most appropriate uses and practical search tips.
search engine reviews • website directory reviews • scholarly website guides
Reviews of WWW Virtual Library and Britannica Internet Guide, including most appropriate uses and practical search tips.
search engine reviews • website directory reviews • scholarly website guides
Cladia retipora
Cladia retipora can grow like snow drifts, explaining its common name of Snow Lichen, while viewed close up, delicate and lacy, Coral Lichen is a fitting name.
cladia retipora • snow lichen • coral lichen • class ascomycota • family cladiaceae
Cladia retipora can grow like snow drifts, explaining its common name of Snow Lichen, while viewed close up, delicate and lacy, Coral Lichen is a fitting name.
cladia retipora • snow lichen • coral lichen • class ascomycota • family cladiaceae
Growing Trees and Shrubs
Large ornamental plants create the backdrop for garden landscapes and set off other plants and bulbs. Learn how to grow and care for flowering and garden shrubs.
trees and shrubs • complete idiot's guide • ornamental plants • flowering shrubs • fruit trees
Large ornamental plants create the backdrop for garden landscapes and set off other plants and bulbs. Learn how to grow and care for flowering and garden shrubs.
trees and shrubs • complete idiot's guide • ornamental plants • flowering shrubs • fruit trees
James Murray
James Murray had dedicated his working life to compiling the Oxford English Dictionary, a project which remains unrivalled in the publishing world.
james murray • english language • oxford english dictionary • oed • oxford university press
James Murray had dedicated his working life to compiling the Oxford English Dictionary, a project which remains unrivalled in the publishing world.
james murray • english language • oxford english dictionary • oed • oxford university press
Mullein (Verbascum thapsus)
Mullein is an easy plant to identify, with its towering flower stalks and thick leaves like flannel that stay green even in winter.
mullein • verbascum • plant torch • hand drill • herbal smoking mixture
Mullein is an easy plant to identify, with its towering flower stalks and thick leaves like flannel that stay green even in winter.
mullein • verbascum • plant torch • hand drill • herbal smoking mixture
Oregon State University Research
Throughout its 150 year history, Oregon State University has focused on researching the sciences and strives to be an excellent place to study.
oregon state university research • studying at oregon state university • tsunami research • agricultural college • osu
Throughout its 150 year history, Oregon State University has focused on researching the sciences and strives to be an excellent place to study.
oregon state university research • studying at oregon state university • tsunami research • agricultural college • osu
Romance and Fun on a Tight Budget
Almost every married couple experiences years of limited income and tight budgets. In spite of money stress, tight times can be fabulous times of growth for a marriage.
romance • fun • budget • money • marriage
Almost every married couple experiences years of limited income and tight budgets. In spite of money stress, tight times can be fabulous times of growth for a marriage.
romance • fun • budget • money • marriage
Social Climbers
Flowering vines offer brilliant displays of seasonal color
flame vine • pyrostegia venusta • pyrostegia ignea • florida gardening • vines
Flowering vines offer brilliant displays of seasonal color
flame vine • pyrostegia venusta • pyrostegia ignea • florida gardening • vines
Stinging Nettle
Although painful to the touch, stinging nettle is a nourishing edible plant and an important component of the herbal medicine chest.
stinging nettle • wood nettle • wild edibles • herb • trace minerals
Although painful to the touch, stinging nettle is a nourishing edible plant and an important component of the herbal medicine chest.
stinging nettle • wood nettle • wild edibles • herb • trace minerals
Trees are Budding
A delightful but sparsely observed phenomenon is the budding of trees in spring, a process that, contrary to widely held belief, does not involve formation of buds.
buds • tree bud • budding • spring • bud scales
A delightful but sparsely observed phenomenon is the budding of trees in spring, a process that, contrary to widely held belief, does not involve formation of buds.
buds • tree bud • budding • spring • bud scales
Whale Watching in Puget Sound
To see orca whales and other wildlife in their natural habitat, book a tour with a whale watching company in Washington or British Columbia.
whale watching in puget sound • orca whales • marine mammals in puget sound • whale watching cruises • wildlife of puget sound
To see orca whales and other wildlife in their natural habitat, book a tour with a whale watching company in Washington or British Columbia.
whale watching in puget sound • orca whales • marine mammals in puget sound • whale watching cruises • wildlife of puget sound
What's in a Name? Taxonomy
Plant names can be frustrating, especially the scientific names (botanical epithets or binomials) and especially when those change once you've finally gotten them to stick in your brain. Why are they important? Where did they come from? And, why do they change all the time? Join me on a journey of discovery.
plant names • scientific names • botanical epithet • binomial • compton
Plant names can be frustrating, especially the scientific names (botanical epithets or binomials) and especially when those change once you've finally gotten them to stick in your brain. Why are they important? Where did they come from? And, why do they change all the time? Join me on a journey of discovery.
plant names • scientific names • botanical epithet • binomial • compton
AN INTRODUCTION TO THE GERANIUM PLANT FAMILY
Houseplant Books to Buy
houseplants • enabling garden • horticulture therapy • garden books
Houseplant Books to Buy
houseplants • enabling garden • horticulture therapy • garden books
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