Mullein tea is a natural remedy with a long tradition in treating respiratory issues and throat-related ailments.

Plants such as the common mullein (Verbascum thapsus), plantain (Plantago spp.) and white clover (Trifolium repens) can be indicators of low fertility. A soil test is an excellent way to verify this.

Mullein is a flowering plant that has long been used in herbal medicine. Scientifically named Verbascum thapsus, it originally grew in Europe and Western Asia but has now spread to other places as ...

Adored by pollinators and the perfect plant choice for endless summer color, Verbascum thapsus doesn’t fail to impress. Easy to grow – in fact, you will often find it happily self-seeding year ...

Irritant contact dermatitis (ICD) from plants is a very common phenomenon as potentially irritant plants and plant products are commonly found in the everyday environment, including the home ...

Feb. 6, 2025 — A study has identified key genetic pathways in corn that help its roots branch out to find water in soil; the varieties adapted to temperate regions like the U.S. corn belt showed ...

Promoting mutually beneficial relationships between plants and soil microbes that enhance nutrient acquisition by plants could improve crop production without increasing inorganic-fertilizer use.

The many thousands of plant species and their numerous chemical products make the study of CICD from plants appear daunting. The vast majority of CICD reactions, however, are caused by one of ...

Putricia has been placed behind a velvet rope in Sydney's botanic gardens An endangered plant known as the "corpse flower" for its putrid stink is blooming in Australia - and captivating the ...

Are you planning on starting seeds this spring? Before you wait much longer, you’ll want to see if any of your seeds fall on ...

Jan. 23, 2025 — Rising carbon dioxide levels affect more than just the climate; they also affect the chemistry of the oceans. When saltwater absorbs carbon dioxide, it becomes acidic, which ...

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