Plants

JAPANESE SOFORA

The Japanese sophora is a beautiful tree from the legume family, native to China. It can grow up to 33 feet tall. Its leaves are odd-pinnate and compound. The small…

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Physalis

Physalis is a plant closely related to our familiar potatoes and tomatoes, belonging to the nightshade family. The ripe fruits possess medicinal properties and are used as a diuretic for…

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Blue Cornflower

The blue cornflower is widespread across most of the former Soviet Union, except in arid regions and the far North. It blooms from May to August. The first mention of…

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Harmless Herbs

It seems that nearly every other patient who visits a doctor requests to avoid “chemotherapy” and instead seeks advice on herbal remedies. And it’s a good thing if they actually…

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Aquarium

An aquarium is like a slice of a natural water body, with a bottom covered in sand and smooth stones. In the clear, transparent water, delicate, vibrant green plants rise,…

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Plants on the Balcony

Most homes have balconies that can become a wonderful retreat when adorned with climbing and flowering plants. Caring for such a “garden” is quite simple. Plants should be grown in…

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Potato-Tomato

Remember the Russian fairy tale about the crafty peasant and the trusting bear, who ended up with nothing but leaves—worthless tops—and useless roots? The peasant always came out ahead! But…

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The Greatest Invention

In the world, there are countless edible plants. Some bear fruits, others have roots, and some produce young, tender shoots. Interestingly, some plants boast massive edible parts. For instance, eating…

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