Donald Rice

Indian and Arabic perfume makers very much appreciate the abelmosk seeds, and the Arabs also use this plant as an aphrodisiac. When rubbed or heated, the abelmosk seeds give an …

The wild prunes of the prunus spinosa refresh walkers and are a fall food for doves, thrushes, and other birds. They have a slightly rough but pleasant flavor. Their medicinal …

The Mexican Aztecs have known vanilla benefits for many ages. They used it as a fragrance (flavoring) for their favorite drink, made with cocoa grains and corn flour. The Spanish …

Roselle benefits: Hibiscus is a botanical genus comprising 200 species, many of which are used as ornamental plants in gardens and parks because of their beautiful flowers. From a medicinal …

Marjoram does not grow wild in Europe. According to some researchers, the Crusaders knew of its many benefits and spread it during the Middle Ages. Due to its similarity with …

Black pepper benefits for the digestive system were known by the people of India from ancient times. Alexander the Great was the first to introduce this spice to Europe in …

Besides silverweed, there are two more medicinal Potentilla species: European five-finger grass (Potentilla reptans L.,/Potentilla Canadensis L.) and tormentil (Potentilla erecta L.). All three have a decisive action against diarrhea …

Along with the many benefits of catnip for humans, cats are especially attracted by the aroma of this plant, and perhaps they also use catnip as a medicinal herb. Catnip …

Traditions and customs vary depending on the people and their culture. For instance, the asafoetida plant in Europe is called “devil’s rubbish.” In the Arab countries, its name is “food …

Ancient Egyptians already knew about fennel seeds’ benefits and used them to treat lousy digestion. In India, a tradition says this plant is “the pearl among aphrodisiacs.” Thus, it is …