Tag: medicinal plants
The Daylily’s 2,500-Year Journey: How China Turned a Poet’s Flower into a Kitchen Staple
The Chinese idiom "huánghuācài dōu liáng le," literally "even the daylily dish has gone cold," is a northern...
Mugwort Benefits Explained: How This Traditional Herb Is Used for Health and Healing
In many parts of China, early summer carries a distinct scent. Bundles of mugwort hang from doorways...
Ylang ylang: Nature’s Gift for Relaxation and Well-Being
Ylang ylang (Cananga odorata) is a tropical tree that grows in warm and humid regions. It is famous for...
South Africa’s Best-Kept Secret: A Mountain of Medicinal Plants
South Africa not only has great wildlife, but it is also home to 10 percent of the world's flowering...