Plants

Morning glories are fast-growing plants that butterflies and hummingbirds cannot resist. Ancient people used morning glory to convert latex into rubber. The plants have a hallucinogenic

What is commonly called spinach may actually be better classified as leafy greens or even edible wild greens. To complicate matters, spinach may vary quite considerably

Squash have been domesticated and cultivated for over eight thousand years. They have become embedded in our dietary habits and culture. Halloween would not be the

The tomatillo plant, native to Central America and Mexico, has a rich history and was a domesticated crop in America before the arrival of Europeans. Mayan

Coral should be classed as one of the wonders of the earth. It has an amazing array of colors and fantastic structures. Coral reefs are between

You may have heard people say that eyes are the gateway of the soul, but using your eyes is how you create most of your memories.

Grass is such a commonplace plant that people seldom give it too much thought. Grass is incredibly important for animal food and maintaining the health of

Camellia is a dense shrub with large, brilliant flowers. Camellias grow between 6 and 12 feet tall. They have dark green, oval-shaped leaves with a distinct

Cotton candy has long been a staple of many a festive occasion. The rich colors and fun shapes have enticed carnival goers to leave all their

Deadly nightshade (Atropa belladonna) is a plant with a dark past. It was used by ancient people to poison enemy troops. Others used its hallucinogenic properties