Many prescriptions today are derived from plants that have been cultivated for centuries because of the medicine they contain.

Oct 30, 2008 – Kevin Gustina

The ancient city of Pompeii in Italy lay hidden for centuries after the eruption of Vesuvius in 79 A.D.; archaeological excavation has uncovered some surprising secrets.

Oct 28, 2008 – Sharon Falsetto

Herbal plants have been used for thousands of years for medicinal purposes; they have a strong connection to botany, despite attempts to separate the two over the years.

Oct 18, 2008 – Sharon Falsetto

Dill is a herb which has a long history of use both medicinally and culinary; its associations with both witchcraft and the bible indicate its diversity of use.

Oct 13, 2008 – Sharon Falsetto

Learn about the history and mythology of thyme, an herb humans have been using for thousands of years.

Sep 21, 2008 – Elizabeth Loveland

Traditional healing methods based on local native plants have come back into use throughout the world while increasing land use is reducing botanical biodiversity.

Jul 17, 2008 – Dawn M. Smith

Sangre de Drago (Croton lechleri, Euphorbiaceae) is a forest tree found through much of north-western South America.

Jul 10, 2008 – Barbara Stewart

Learn about the properties and uses of three popular medicinal herbs, St. Johns Wort, ginseng and ginko biloba.

Feb 26, 2008 – Sheri Ann Richerson

Jewelweed, widely known as a poison ivy remedy, is abundant in damp areas, blooming throughout the second half of summer and into the fall.

Sep 16, 2007 – Violet Snow

Elderberries begin to ripen in late August and hang on the trees through much of September, both a tonic and a comfort as the summer declines and winter approaches.

Sep 6, 2007 – Violet Snow

The pungent aromas of certain plants indicate the presence of volatile oils that have specific effects on the human body.

Jun 12, 2007 – Violet Snow

Although painful to the touch, stinging nettle is a nourishing edible plant and an important component of the herbal medicine chest.

May 24, 2007 – Violet Snow