The 4-Leaf Clover represents a rare occurrence of the normally 3-Leaf Clover, also known as the “Shamrock”. The approximate probability of a 4-Leaf Clover amongst the common 3-Leaf Clovers is one in several thousands. Has anyone ever found a 6 leaf clover? On Aug. 3, the 60-year-old finally came acrossRead More →
A used leaf spring is generally interchangeable with a new one as long as both are the exact same size. Therefore, when you replace an old leaf spring with a duplicate, it will restore the performance of the truck to its earlier driving condition. Which leaf spring should I remove?Read More →
It is a desirable native plant that is not invasive, and plays an important role in the ecosystem. The three species of buckthorn overlap in their distribution and habitat in North America. Distinguishing between non-native and native buckthorn is important so that management efforts can be targeted appropriately. How canRead More →
In the northern California regions, pine nuts are collected from the Grey Pine or Bull Pine. Tribes burn designs into the hard shell, reflecting the same design they use in baskets; however, they are often left blank, or burned to blacken. Are all pine tree nuts edible? While all pinesRead More →
Appearance of Leaves Each leaf has a deeply lobed shape with between three and five lobes per leaf. This shape is also described as palmate for its resemblance to an open hand. The leaves have smooth sides, not serrated or toothed. Edible fig tree leaves are dark green on topRead More →
Neem oil is going to be the most effective oil for controlling fungal infections. It is a good choice for mild to moderate powdery mildew infections, but doesn‘t do much good for blight, leaf spot, or rust. How do you treat septoria leaf spots organically? Organic fungicides. Treat organically withRead More →
In plants, photosynthesis takes place in chloroplasts, which contain the chlorophyll. Chloroplasts are surrounded by a double membrane and contain a third inner membrane, called the thylakoid membrane, that forms long folds within the organelle. How does leaves containing chlorophyll help photosynthesis? Chlorophyll’s job in a plant is to absorbRead More →
Once stomata develop, they are initially covered in a cuticle and have no outer cuticular ledge, implying that the majority of water lost from leaves in this phase of expansion is through the cuticle. Where is the leaf cuticle and what does it do? The plant cuticle is an extracellularRead More →
Plants get the carbon dioxide they need from the air through their leaves. It moves by diffusion through small holes in the underside of the leaf called stomata . What are the openings on leaves called? Carbon dioxide and oxygen cannot pass through the cuticle, but move in and outRead More →
Another study has shown tomato leaves and tomato stems to have higher antioxidant activity and polyphenols (plant-based micronutrients that help fight disease and improve overall health) than tomato fruits. What’s most surprising is the discovery of tomatine as a cancer inhibitor. What part of a tomato is poisonous? Tomato. IRead More →