Herbs

Ground Hornbill “Bucorvus leadbeateri”

Description Ground Hornbill is an easily recognized bird that is classified as amongst the ‘big six’ avian species of Southern Africa. They are entirely carnivorous and are therefore indicators of...

The Black Garden Ant

The Black Garden Ant lifts a paving slab or turns over a large stone in the garden, and...

Red-kneed Dotterel (Erythrogonys cinctus)

Habitats: The Red-kneed Dotterels (Erythrogonys cinctus) live on the inundated muds of temporary flood lands inland. They are...

European Goldfinch – The Melodious Song Bird

The European Goldfinch (Carduelis carduelis) is a small passerine songbird in the finch family that is native to Europe,...

Matucana krahnii: Stunning little clustering cactus

Matucana krahnii is a species of matucana in the family CACTACEAE. There are more than five known locations...

Fennel – The History Old as the Mediterranean Basin

Fennel has a history as old as the Mediterranean basin where it originated. The ancient Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans all ate its aromatic fruits...

Kelp (Fucus vesiculosus)

Brief Description Kelp (Fucus vesiculosus) common name of kelp applies to a broad range of seaweeds of many different species. But for those using herbs...

Kava Kava (Piper methysticum)

Brief Description Kava Kava (Piper methysticum) is a tall, leafy shrub of the South Pacific that has been used for many centuries among the islands...

The Best Planning and Planting a Herbs Garden

Every good herbs garden design book advises a designer gardener to first take your squared paper and in fact, it is a good idea...

The Herbs and Perfumery

The Herbs and Perfumery - Of course, one of the outstanding characteristics of herbs is what might be termed their nasal quality. The perfumes...

The Herbs and Foods

Herbs and Foods - Without plants, man could not survive. Cereals Sophisticated grasses fruits, vegetables, seeds, and nuts are essential constituents of the human...

Oregano – A Common Species of Origanum

We’re always felt a bit confused on the subject of oregano versus marjoram. But we don’t feel too bad, because so are the botanists....

Chervil Herbs – Looks Like Parsley Even More Feathery

Chervil Herbs look like parsley but are even more feathery. It has a very mild, subtle flavor that tastes like spring itself in a...

Thyme – Symbol of Life Energy, Spirit and Bravery

Thyme (Thymum) was a symbol of life energy to the ancient Greeks, of spirit and bravery. "Tosmell of thyme" was an expression of praise,...

The Potent and Fascination with Herbs Charms

The fascination with herbs is a potent one and once one is charmed. It is hard to prevent them from taking over one’s life....