Author name: Julia Wilson

Is wild garlic safe to eat?   Ι   Is wild garlic the same as garlic?   Ι  Description  Ι   Difference between wild garlic and lily of the valley   Ι  Sowing wild garlic seeds   Ι  Life cycle  Ι   Care and maintenance of wild garlic  Ι   Pests and diseases   Ι  When to harvest wild garlic  Ι   Is it illegal …

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Also known as ‘translucent’ or ‘oil glands‘, pellucid dots are specialised glandular cavities that can be seen on the leaves, peels and fruit of certain plants, in particular the Rutaceae (citrus) family. They are visible as small translucent spots or lines on the leaves. Pellucid dots can be difficult to see with the naked eye, …

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Water hemlock and Queen Anne’s lace have a similar appearance, displaying delicate umbel flowers and lacy foliage, but while one is harmless, the other one can be deadly. We explore the differences between these plants.

Plant classification involves the identification and categorisation of plants based on their physical and genetic characteristics. This system of classification, known as taxonomy, consists of several hierarchical categories or ranks, including Kingdom, Phylum, Class, Order, Family, Genus, and Species. The plant family is a higher taxonomic rank than species. A family is a group of …

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What is calamondin?   Ι   Appearance  Ι   What does calamondin taste like?   Ι  Nutritional information   Ι  Uses   Ι   How to harvest and store calamondin  Ι   How to grow calamondin   Ι  Where to buy calamondin   Ι  What’s the difference between calamondin and kumquat?  Ι   Recipes What is calamondin? Calamondin (Citrus × microcarpa), also commonly …

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Peace lily (Spathiphyllum spp.) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropics of southeast Asia and Central and South America, specifically in regions like Costa Rica and Panama. This ornamental plant is popular as a houseplant for its glossy green leaves, white spathe flowers and ease of care. The ‘lily’ part of its common …

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Psilocybin is a naturally occurring psychedelic compound produced by certain species of mushrooms. It has psychoactive properties, which means it can cause changes in perception, mood, and cognitive processes when consumed. The effects of psilocybin can vary but may include euphoria, altered thinking processes, paranoia, dizziness, dilated pupils, closed and open-eye visuals, synesthesia, an altered …

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Overview     Difference between a raceme and an inflorescence     Why is it important to understand racemes?     Basics of plant morphology     What is a raceme?     Examples of racemes     Variations within racemes across different species     Other types of inflorescences     The role of racemes in plant reproduction     Conclusion Overview A raceme is a type of flower inflorescence with a …

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