Capturing the sun’s energy in an efficient way
☀️ Photosynthesis is the process in which plants use to turn light, carbon dioxide, and water into sugars that fuel plant growth 🌱 🇨3️⃣ The majority of plant species undergo …
Tag: Know your flowers
Basil: Health benefits and uses.
Basil is a fragrant herb with a distinctive flavor that many people enjoy. The various types have different flavors. In cooking, sweet basil is the most popular variety in the …
Seven Health Benefits of Rosemary
Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) is a fragrant herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has a warm, bitter taste and it provides a nice flavor and aroma to many foods. In addition, rosemary can …
MONSTERA- The Swiss cheese plant.
Monstera are species of evergreen tropical vines and shrubs that are native to Central America. They are famous for their natural leaf-holes, which has led to the rise of their nickname, Swiss …
Towards the development of Algae-powered computers 🌿💻
👨🔬 Researchers from the University of Cambridge have used a widespread species of blue-green algae to power a microprocessor continuously for a year using nothing but ambient light and water. …
Know your flowers – Zinnia
Zinnias are one of the easiest flowers to grow, as they grow quickly and bloom heavily. Zinnia flowers can create a massive burst of color in your garden First discovered as a …
Know your flowers – Chrysanthemum (mums)
Chrysanthemums (mums) are one of the most popular fall garden flowers. The name chrysanthemum is from the Ancient Greek words Chryos meaning gold and Anthemon meaning flower. These flowers are …
Know your flowers- Agapanthus (the star of Bethlehem)
Most commonly known as the Lily of the Nile, African Blue Lily, and African Lily. The name Agapanthus comes from the Greek agap, meaning love, and anthos, meaning flower, translating broadly as the flower of love. The …
Know your flowers- The Tulips
Tulip originated centuries ago in Persia and Turkey, where it played a significant role in the art and culture of the time. Most likely commenting on the Turkish tradition of …
Know your flowers- Scabiosa
SCABIOSA comes from the Latin word ’Scabies’ meaning ‘the itch.’ It was believed to cure scabies back in the day. However, it was not proven that it actually cures scabies. …