Ethnopharmacologist, self-medication in chimpanzees & mountain gorillas, Fellow of The Explorers Club, Fulbright alumnus
Did you know? The Xerophyta retinervis or 'baboon tail' seen at Pretoria Botanical Gardens not only looks stunning but is also a treasure trove of medicinal benefits, from relieving asthma to stopping nosebleeds.
#ForestFlora: The Daintree Satinash (Syzygium monospermum) is part of the Myrtaceae family and is endemic, occurring in north-east Queensland 💚. Have you seen this tree flower and fruit? It does it directly from its trunks or main branches. This unusual botanical trait is called cauliflory and the plants themselves are considered cauliflorous. The term is derived from the Latin ‘caulis’, meaning stem, and ‘flor’, meaning flower. Learn even more interesting facts about this beautiful tree on our website: https://lnkd.in/gMXjdQBk #Daintree #daintreeRainforest #AustralianRainforest #ProtectRainforest #FNQ #DaintreeSatinash #DaitreeTrees #AustralianTrees #Myrtaceae #LoveTrees #PlantMoreTrees #Conservation #DaintreePlants
Welcome to the world of botanical wonders! In this article, we embark on a journey to explore 10 of the rarest plant species, including remarkable botanical gems found in various corners of the globe... https://lnkd.in/djddgiZj
Also, by exposing students to society's historical connection to plants, Levetin and McMahon hope to instill a greater appreciation for the botanical world. Download Plants & Society 9E in PDF👉 https://lttr.ai/ADlNi
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Striped Barbados Lily Botanical name: Hippeastrum striatum Family: Amaryllidaceae Origin:Brazil Description :- - It is an extremely rare indoor plant that requires consistent watering to survive. - It is the closest relative of the Spider lily, as it is having same floral structure. - It produces numerous bulbils that facilitate its escape and naturalisation in tropical areas. -It will grow from seeds in about two years
Discovering the Diverse Beauty of the Lotus Family: Exploring the Botanical Wonders of Nelumbonaceae Introduction: The Magical World of Lotus Family Nelumbonaceae, popularly known... Read More - https://lnkd.in/d7NSMqyB
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3moCame across it when I was doing my ethnobotanical study, what a plant.