This blog may help people explore some of the 'hidden' issues involved in certain media treatments of environmental and scientific issues. Using personal digital images, it's also intended to emphasise seasonal (and other) changes in natural history of the Swansea (South Wales) area. The material should help participants in field-based modules and people generally interested in the natural world. The views are wholly those of the author.
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Drip, Drip, Drip
England and Wales's privatised Water Companies essentially have monopolies. The 'regulator', Ofwat, has approved their rising a...
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Greater spearwort ( Ranunculus lingua ) has been used in traditional medicine to treat rheumatism, skin conditions and digestive problems. -
Green buckwheat ( Fagopyrum tartaricum ) is also called 'Tartar buckwheat'. It's a domesticated food plant, producing kernels. ... -
Daily shots of my fully compostable Oyster mushroom pot, received for Christmas. Omelettes ahoy!
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I presume some part(s) of this plant are able to be worked up to make lather? Do you know which part(s)?
Apparently, you boil the leaves (rich in saponins) and the liquid can be used as a gentle soap.
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