Plants

Jade is a type of precious mineral that can range from light, speckled green to dark, brilliant shades of emerald. The mineral is used for ornamental

Lettuce is grown everywhere. Lots of it. The world produced about 24.9 million tons of lettuce in 2013. Though, anyone who’s not eagle-eyed might think even

The common onion (Allium cepa) is a well-known vegetable in most households worldwide. Onions have many uses and are often used to flavor savory dishes. Onions

Wheat (Triticum aestivum) is an ancient grain known to all. Wheat is used worldwide to make bread, pasta, baked goods, alcohol, and other products. Wheat is

When biting into a slice of juicy watermelon, few people think of its origin. Watermelon originated in the Kalahari in southern Africa thousands of years ago.

Cattails are plants with many names and countless uses. They can be used for stuffing pillows, jackets, and moccasins. The stems may be used to build

Cilantro is easy to identify by its unique smell and taste, which people associate with citrus or, in some cases, soap. It is more challenging to

Blackberries are a superfood as they contain vitamin A, a range of B vitamins, vitamin C, vitamin E, and vitamin K. They provide a wealth of

Pea plants are known all over the world. These plants include edible and inedible varieties and are usually identified for their compound leaves and seed-containing pods.

The Pencil Cactus (Euphorbia Tirucalli) – also known as Milk Bush, Indian Tree Spurge, and Naked Lady – isn’t a true cactus. It is a euphorbia,