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.
Saturday, 3 February 2024
Plants We Used To Use 304. Monkey flower
Monkey flower (Mimulus gattutus) roots were used to treat dysentery and diarrhoea, as well as to stem haemorhages. The Pomo Indians, of Lake County, prepared a decoction of Monkey flower to treat sore, bloodshot eyes. They lived in smoky, poorly-ventilated homes.
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Wooden Tops 22. Lilac
Lilac is a hardwood that's occasionally used for small turned objects like pens and bowls. It can also be carved or used as kindling es...
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Greater spearwort ( Ranunculus lingua ) has been used in traditional medicine to treat rheumatism, skin conditions and digestive problems.
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Green buckwheat ( Fagopyrum tartaricum ) is also called 'Tartar buckwheat'. It's a domesticated food plant, producing kernels. ...
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Daily shots of my fully compostable Oyster mushroom pot, received for Christmas. Omelettes ahoy!
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