Donald Rice

The tall black poplar tree has a long, straight appearance. It is mainly found near rivers and lakes. This is a long-living tree (it can reach 300 years of age), …

The pleasant aroma of the thyme plant already drew the attention of ancient Egyptians, who used it to make ointments for embalming. We know that its ability to prevent putrefaction …

The early natives of Nebraska and Missouri used the echinacea root to heal infected wounds and snake bites. By the late 19th century, Dr. Meyer, a medical researcher, discovered its …

The borage plant comes from the Arabic word abu rash, which means “the father of sweat.” This could be a clue to the solid sudorific properties of its flowers. La …

There are plenty of different ways of preparing herbs for medicinal uses. All these methods aim: There are specific optimum methods of preparation and use for each medicinal plant. Knowing …

The cinchona tree is a true natural wealth for Andean South American countries. It is believed that the Incas knew about these extraordinary febrifuge properties for a long time but …

The berries of the black elder plant have been food for humans since ancient times, even though the smell of its leaves can be unpleasant. The black elder is worthy …

The wild daisy flower is pretty but as tough and resilient as few plants are. When the weather is cold, rains, or snows, it bows down and closes itself. When …

One of the most visited monuments in Spain and perhaps Europe is the Granada Alhambra, and it has a beautiful yard dedicated to the myrtle plant. In this yard, the …

All parts of the beautiful English yew tree are poisonous except the fleshy bell-shaped red berry covering its seeds. The great Greek physician, pharmacologist, botanist, and author Pedanius Dioscorides said …