Articles related to "Species Of Plants"



Chinese Medicine and the Use of Endangered Species
The use of endangered plant and animal species in Chinese herbal medicine is an area of growing concern amongst conservation groups around the world. The following article looks at what is being done to halt this practice.
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Corn Lily - The Species Ixia
One of our favourite, widely-grown species from South Africa. A description of the Ixia species from the family Iridaceae.
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Submerged Plants as Natural Water Purifiers
Aquatic plants are important to the water garden or pond both in beauty and in function.
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Joseph Banks - Plant Explorer
Sir Joseph Banks was a plant explorer who discovered many exotic plant species of the New World, subsequently brought to Europe; he contributed much to English botany.
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Classification of Botanical Plants
Understanding the workings of the plant classification system can help to eliminate confusion caused by using common English names for plants.
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Latin Plant Names
You don't have to know Latin names to enjoy plants, but when trying to identify a species, an understanding of the Latin binomial (two-name) system can be useful.
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Most Endangered Bat on Seychelles
Habitat loss and pesticides are among threats to one of ten most critically endangered species. Invasive, alien plant species also play a role in Seychelles bat decline.
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Creating a Butterfly Garden
Making a butterfly friendly garden is one of the easiest first steps into wildlife gardening. It can add to the enjoyment of your garden and help butterfly conservation.
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How to Create Botanical Art
Collecting plants and flowers for preservation in pictures is relatively easy to do; it is a traditional yet simple art which records the botany of many plant species.
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Navajo Indian Herbal Medicine
Navajo Indians use more species of wild plants in healing medicine more than any other Native American tribe; plant use is considered central to the Navajo way of life.
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St. John Ecotravel and Ecotourism
An interview with a Sierra Club Service Trip leader informs a Luxury Travel writer of the extent to which ecotour volunteers keep this upscale locale clean and green.
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Yellow or Orange Berry Plants
Yellow, bright orange or golden colored winter berries can make a fantastic splash of color in a garden landscape.
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How Flower Essence Companies Differ
Did you know that there are dozens of companies around the globe manufacturing vibrational and flower essences today?
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Ocean Animals Glossary of Terms
Use this handy glossary of terms to help you better understand meanings of words used in oceanography. This goes along with the Ocean Animals Lesson Plan.
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SEEDS OF HOPE
A third of the flowering plant species on our planet are in danger of extinction. Linda shows you a practical way to help.
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The Cloisters
This unique museum is a portal for Romanesque and Gothic period architecture, paintings, and tapestry
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The San Ignacio Resort Hotel Tours
Guest of the San Ignacio Resort Hotel or not, anyone can enjoy their onsite tours, including the very worthwhile Green Iguana Project. Located in Cayo, Belize.
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Invasive! ... ?
Exotic. Invasive. Native. Three descriptive adjectives seen more and more these days in gardening books and posts to email lists.
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Exploring Florida's Emerald Coast
Escaping the tourist scene and experiencing an area the way the locals do can be quite rewarding. Check out these little known spots along Florida's Panhandle.
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Extinction I: The Permian Extinction Event
The extinction of the dinosaurs is not the only mass extinction event to strike the Earth.
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Iquassu Falls Park in Brazil
Iguassu Falls National Park in Brazil features adventure tours, boat rides, a canyon walk and is located next to a bird park.
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Jardin Exotique de Monaco
Learn more about the Jardin Exotic de Monaco. This is a fantastic botanical garden with caves and a museum too!
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Kuala Lumpur's Orchid and Hibiscus Gardens
Make a trip to Kuala Lumpur's Orchid & Hibiscus Park - Take home a few souvenirs from the plant market and speak to the experts about growing these exotic plants.
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Major Pinyon Diseases
Several diseases and parasitic infestations cause untold damage to pinyon pines. Here are ways to help recognize and diagnose them.
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Montreal's Botanical Gardens
Visitors to Montreal must take a trip to the Botanical Gardens. Located 4 miles from the city center, an entire day is needed for the sights of this beautiful landscape.
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Myth and Folklore: Monkshood
Monkshood even sounds mythical and folklore-ish. That's got to bode well for this article, don't you think; my use of the word 'bode' kind of in keeping with the whole myth and folklore motif? And to keep the ball rolling, we're going straight to Hell with this one...
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New Species of Owl in Colombia
In an area rich with endemic and threatened species, a new owl has been added to the growing list of reasons to protect the endangered wildlife of this unique ecosystem.
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October, 2001 a return from Thailand
A short article about gardening activities in October in Western Australia.
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Problems in the Smokies?
Pollution may be hitting the park...
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The Potato
Many of us know that the potato has traditional connections to Ireland but are we aware that they are also enjoyed in the Netherlands, New Zealand and Scotland as well?
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Wildflower Safaris: West Coast Sunshine and Early Blooms
Out there, the polished glow of west coast sunshine is generously ladled over the landscape, and early blooms brighten roadsides, flashing motorists with glimpses of bare, naked color. There may even be a few suggestive ententes whispered.
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World Conservation Monitoring Centre
Wildlife statistics, International conservation, endangered species,
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A Big Picture of What Environment Means: Another Introduction t
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An Introduction to Leaves
Leaves are vital to a plant's existence and come in many shapes and sizes; they have one of the most important functions, that of producing food for the plant.
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An Introduction to Plant Anatomy
A plant consists of a number of parts which constitute the whole plant; identifying each part provides a greater understanding of the function of the whole plant.
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Annual Plants With Attractive Foliage
All these annual plants are grown for their beautiful foliage, rather than bright flowers, and add an extra dimension of interest to the garden.
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Art and Gardens in Wilmington NC
When a beach vacation needs more than sun and sand, try an art gallery, a Cat in the Hat and a walk among flowers. Wilmington, North Carolina has them all.
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Backyard Nature Conservation
The situation for animals outside of protected areas is becoming increasingly precarious as development and pesticides take their toll.
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Choosing Plants for a Butterfly Friendly Garden
Help save Butterflies by planting a Buddleia Bush or by letting the nettles grow? Every grower can do something to preserve this beautiful insect.
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Conserving More of Madagascar
A Report in the Journal, Science, Says Madagascar Has an Opportunity to Rethink Endangered Species Conservation by Protecting All of Its Plants and Animals
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Costa Rica -Jewel of Latin America
Costa Rica is a great vacation spot for families or singles looking to maximize their fun with a diverse range of activities.
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Desert Gardening Expert Speaks II
This is the second part of a two-part interview with Judith Phillips, a well-known author of gardening and gardening design books on the southwestern U.S.
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Explore New York - Off Beat Places Easy to Find
For most visitors New York means downtown where the tallest skyscrapers are to be found, But there are other less trodden areas with their own charm and interest.
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Extinction V: Modern Extinctions
Extinction is not just something that happened in the distant past. Are we currently experiencing the beginnings of another mass extinction?
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French Impressionist Gardens
Painters Claude Monet, Edouard Manet and Gustave Caillebotte depicted many beautiful elements of nature in their works, and they were also avid gardners.
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Getting Into Ecuador's Rainforest
While many people may be familiar with Ecuador's famous Galapagos Islands, great adventures can also be experienced in Ecuador's rainforest in the Amazon River Basin.
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Grubs in the Vegetable Garden
Japanese beetles can become quite a nuisance in the garden at this time of the year. Learn how to control them without harsh chemicals
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Guide to the Basic Varieties of Tea
Eliminate infusion confusion. Understanding the differences between the basic types of tea -- Black, Oolong, Green and White -- can change you from tea novice to expert.
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Lewis and Clark: Up and Over the Rocky Mountains
Lewis and Clark made it to the Rocky Mountains on July 17, 1805; they came out the other side on October 10. During this time, and their return trip the following spring, they gathered more than 80 species of plants.
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Living Planet and Global 200
Three world renowned photographers have come together to show the beauty of nature to the world.
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