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Category: Plant History

Discover the fascinating stories behind the plants that shape our world. The *Plant History* category explores the evolution, cultural significance, and historical uses of plants throughout time. From the ancient plants that thrived during the age of dinosaurs to the domestication of crops that transformed human civilizations, this category delves into the rich and varied history of the botanical world.

Uncover the origins of famous ornamental plants, the folklore surrounding medicinal herbs, and the explorers who introduced exotic species to new continents. Whether you’re a gardener, historian, or plant enthusiast, this category offers an insight into the remarkable journey of plants through history.

The History of Garden Mazes...

Garden mazes and labyrinths have a long...

The Future of Fruit: What...

As Panama disease threatens to decimate the...

Marianne North : The Painter and Plant Collector

Today, we’re exploring the remarkable journey of Marianne North, a Victorian-era artist and plant collector who traveled the world to document exotic plants in her vibrant paintings. Her work not only captured the beauty of plants but also helped advance botanical understanding. So, who was this adventurous artist, and how did her work shape the world of horticulture? Who Was Marianne North? Born in 1830 in Hastings, England, Marianne North was no ordinary Victorian woman. While many women of her time were confined to domestic life, North pursued a life of adventure,...
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The Legacy of...

Today, we dive into the adventurous life of one of the most renowned plant hunters in history: David Douglas. You may not know his...
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The crazy world...

The history of bananas traces back thousands of years to Southeast Asia, where the banana plant (Musa species) is believed to have been first...
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Earth’s Oldest Forest...

The Gilboa forest, nestled in the hills of upstate New York, holds an extraordinary claim to fame: it is home to the remnants of...
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Welwitschia mirabilis –...

Imagine a plant that has been alive for over a thousand years, growing in one of the harshest deserts on Earth. It doesn’t look...
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The Permian Period...

The Evolution of Plants After the Carboniferous: The Permian Period and Beyond The Carboniferous Period, spanning from approximately 359 to 299 million years ago, was...
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The Carboniferous Period:...

The Carboniferous Period (359 to 299 million years ago) was a transformative time in Earth’s history, particularly for plant life. During this era, plants...
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The Age of...

We’re going back in time to one of the most transformative chapters in plant history—the Devonian Period, also known as the ‘Age of Plants.’...
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When Mushrooms Ruled...

We’re stepping back in time, way back, to a period in Earth’s history when fungi ruled the land. Yes, you heard that right—there was...
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The Ginkgo Tree:...

The ginkgo tree (Ginkgo biloba), often called a "living fossil," is one of the most remarkable plants in the world. With its unique fan-shaped...
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