In raking leaves from shrubs around the house I’ve noticed asps on a couple of hollies. What is the best way to eliminate ...

Plant immunity is the inherent or induced capacity of plants to withstand or ward off biological attack by pathogens. Molecules released from pathogens are recognised by plant cell surface ...

Corncrake prefer to nest in cover, such as nettles. With the help of farmers and volunteers, we dig up nettle plants from the mainland and transport them to Rathlin to create ideal habitats for this ...

Homeopaths claim that substances that can cause symptoms when given to generally healthy people can be used in tiny doses to ...

It's well known that pufferfish are poisonous - but why are they? Rupert Collins enlightens us. Most puffers harbour a neurotoxin called tetrodotoxin (TTX) which if ingested causes paralysis and death ...

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The three good fairies leave and Miss Nettle teaches them about plants that grow big with magical plant food until they learn to grow plants on their own, demonstrating a Rising Rose and a quartet of ...

Often known as stinging nettle, Urtica dioica is a plant that is highly recognized for its extensive medicinal usage. It is a bountiful provider of critical minerals such as iron, calcium ...

Plant-based diets have soared in popularity as people look for ways to improve their health, reduce their carbon footprint, and consume less (or no) animal products. But while following plant ...

Several years ago, I was diagnosed with celiac disease. I told the relatives with whom I eat, a couple of very close friends, but otherwise, I say nothing. Mostly because there are a lot of people ...