Native plants of California were there before the state became a part of the United States. The number of native plants is declining due to urban development and agriculture. There are more than 5,800 plants native to California, and they h… read more
Fossils are the remains of ancient life that has been buried for thousands to hundreds of millions of years. There are plenty more fossils than the ones displayed in museums, and many can be found by amateur fossil hunters. Common fossils w… read more
Hitting the trail with your hound is one of the best ways to enjoy the outdoors. When your dog is running loose in the wilderness, make sure to keep an eye on the flowers she is sniffing. There are more flowers poisonous to dogs than you mi… read more
The tropical region of the Caribbean is known for its dazzlingly colorful flowers. The area's complex ecosystem also allows for a diverse range of species. If observing and identifying flowers is one of your hobbies, then taking a hike on o… read more
Poison ivy is a plant that belongs to the cashew family. Commonly found across the United States, poison ivy is known for the urushiol oil found in it's roots, stems and leaves. Contact with the oil can cause a painful, itchy skin rash that… read more
Taking a day hike through arid regions may sound like it is a trip through a barren wilderness, but nothing could be further from the truth. The desert actually teems with life and there are plentiful wild flowers and desert plants that cal… read more
The Ti plant (Cordyline terminalis), is also known as the Good Luck Plant in Hawaii because it is thought to bring good fortune. If you are hungry in the tropical forest and you happen to find a Ti plant, good fortune has indeed been brough… read more
The cereus cactus is found in the deserts of the Caribbean, Central America, and the Western United States. The name Cereus in Latin means "torch." Torch is a perfect word to describe the appearance of this tall plant. If lost in the desert… read more
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