Herbs are well known for their medicinal and culinary uses, but many of them have meanings dating far back in history.

Jul 17, 2009 - Rosemary Gemmell

Insects, trees, clouds, smoke and sound are all great weather predictors if you know how to read them properly.

Nov 28, 2008 - Allene Reynolds

a new phenomena of our pop culture isn't quite so new. This popular folklore has a basis in history.

May 8, 2006 - Diana Tierney

Wildflower folklore reveals a curious blend of keen observation and misinformation about the uses of wild plants for medicinal and epicurean purposes.

Nov 10, 2009 - Chris Dinesen Rogers

To gain understanding of the lives and minds of our forebears, study their customs, rituals and traditions which are collectively called 'folklore'

Nov 25, 2011 - Sylvia Kent

There are many myths and folk tales in Wales about the fairy - what is the Welsh fairy like and where might they have been found?

Oct 12, 2011 - Sharon Brookshaw

Every October, North American streets get flooded with Halloween paraphernalia. For most, is a harmless recreation. For some, is a pagan affair.

Sep 27, 2011 - Roberto Porta

England has endured invasions of Romans, Saxons, Vikings and Normans which have all left their mark on our customs, songs, stories and poetry over centuries

Feb 18, 2011 - Sylvia Kent

Contrary to popular belief, Australian folklore is full of tales about the opal's ability to bring good fortune to its owner.

Jan 12, 2011 - Sarah Todd

The holly tree or Christmas holly often adorns wreaths and mantles, yet the folklore of this evergreen shrub extends back into pre-Christian times.

Oct 5, 2010 - Jeanne Grunert

Weather folklore has helped people forecast the weather for years but it's good to know the science behind the lore to understand weather better.

Aug 18, 2010 - Heather Stout

The symbols celebrated on Saint Patrick's Day represent a wealthy history for Ireland and its people, telling stories of good luck, love & friendship and strong faith.

Mar 11, 2010 - Mary Alice Franklin

The old-fashioned perennial known as the Bleeding Heart has a wonderfully descriptive name. And the heart-shaped flowers contain clues to a legend of long ago love.

Mar 9, 2010 - Cyndy Irvine

The bear symbolizes strength, courage, and introspection in animal folklore; whether it is presented as essentially bad or good, it always has something to teach us.

Feb 1, 2010 - Amy Sillup

For centuries goats have been associated with curious practices and ceremonies in religion, folklore, witchcraft and superstition.

Dec 17, 2009 - Mike Bown

The witch is a symbol of Halloween, yet many people do not know the legends and folklore associated with black cats, broomsticks and why witches are green.

Oct 23, 2009 - Sharon Falsetto

Superstitions have become part of wedding traditions. Here are some lesser known superstitions and folklore surrounding marriage and the wedding day.

Jun 23, 2009 - Wenona Napolitano

Flowers have been associated with myth and legend from the earliest of times often meaning different things to different cultures around the world.

May 9, 2009 - Rosemary Gemmell

Author Sir Terry Pratchett and leading British folklorist Jacqueline Simpson explore the influence of folklore on the characters, events and history of the Discworld.

Jan 14, 2009 - Susan Whelan

Roses and poinsettias are connected to the folklore which surrounds the birth of the baby Jesus and the day that commemorates the miracle.

Dec 1, 2008 - Martha R. Gore