Author: Mark Lucas

Purslane (Verdolaga) has transformed from a nuisance in gardens to a valuable treasure! This extraordinary plant is reclaiming its position…

Plantago lanceolata, also known as ribwort plantain, is a common wild plant that grows almost everywhere — in fields, gardens,…

Castor leaves are not as famous as castor oil, but they have been used in many cultures for their natural…

When we think of the fig tree, our minds often jump straight to the sweet, delicious fruit that has been…

Yarrow (Achillea millefolium) has been used for thousands of years for its incredible healing properties. From battlefields to kitchen gardens,…

Physalis peruviana, known commonly as goldenberry, Cape gooseberry, or Uvilla/Uchuva in parts of South America, is a vibrant, small fruit…

The Common Hazel (Corylus avellana) is one of Europe’s most valuable wild trees — and not just because it gives us the…

Most people enjoy the sweet fruit of the papaya tree, but very few know that the leaves of this plant are packed…

Sweet Violet (Viola odorata) is a small but mighty plant with delicate purple flowers and a powerful history in herbal…

Albizia julibrissin, also known as the silk tree or mimosa tree, is renowned for its beauty and medicinal properties. Each…