Botanical Description: Scientific Name: Eucalyptus spp. (Various species) Description: Eucalyptus is a diverse genus of flowering trees and shrubs belonging to the Myrtaceae family. Originating from Australia, these aromatic evergreen plants have been introduced to various parts of the world. The leaves of eucalyptus are leathery and contain oil glands,…

Botanical Description: Scientific Name: Aesculus hippocastanum Common Names: Horse Chestnut, Conker Tree Description: Horse Chestnut is a deciduous tree belonging to the Sapindaceae family, native to the Balkan Peninsula. Known for its distinctive palmate leaves and large, spiky fruits containing seeds known as conkers, Horse Chestnut has found applications in…

Botanical Description: Scientific Name: Scutellaria baicalensisFamily: Lamiaceae (Mint Family)Common Names: Chinese Skullcap, Baikal Skullcap, Huang Qin (Traditional Chinese Medicine) Description: Chinese Skullcap is a perennial herb native to East Asia, particularly China and Russia. It has an upright growth habit, with square stems and opposite, heart-shaped leaves. The plant produces…

Botanical Description: Scientific Name: Sanguinaria canadensisFamily: PapaveraceaeCommon Names: Bloodroot, Red Puccoon Description: Bloodroot is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America, characterized by its distinctive lobed leaves and white to pink flowers. The plant typically grows to a height of 6 to 12 inches. The leaves are basal, palmately…

Botanical Description: Scientific Name: Sambucus nigra (Elder) Description: Elder flowers are the delicate, creamy-white blossoms of the elder tree (Sambucus nigra), a deciduous shrub native to Europe, North Africa, and Western Asia. These flowers bloom in large, flat clusters and have a subtle, sweet fragrance. The elder tree itself can…

Botanical Description: Scientific Name: Sapindus Mukorossi Common Names: Soap Nuts, Soapberries, Reetha Description: Soap Nuts (Sapindus Mukorossi) are a natural detergent alternative derived from the fruit of the soapberry tree. With a long history of use in traditional medicine and cleaning practices, Soap Nuts have gained popularity for their eco-friendly…

Botanical Description: Scientific Name: Chionanthus virginicus Common Names: Fringe tree, Old Man’s Beard Description: Fringe tree is a deciduous shrub or small tree native to the southeastern United States. It belongs to the Oleaceae family. The bark is smooth and gray, while the leaves are opposite, simple, and elliptical. In…

Botanical Description: Scientific Name: Agropyron repens Description: Dog Grass, scientifically known as Agropyron repens, is a perennial grass native to Europe and Asia but found globally. Commonly known as Couch Grass or Quackgrass, it belongs to the Poaceae family. The plant typically grows in dense tufts, featuring long, flat, and…

Botanical Description: Scientific Name: Rhamnus purshianaFamily: RhamnaceaeCommon Names: Cascara Sagrada, Sacred Bark, Buckthorn Description: Cascara Sagrada is a deciduous tree native to North America, particularly found in the Pacific Northwest. It grows up to 20 feet tall and has simple, alternate leaves with serrated edges. The bark of the tree…

Botanical Description: Scientific Name: Brassica spp. Common Names: Mustard Description: Mustard is a plant belonging to the Brassicaceae family, which also includes cabbage and broccoli. There are various species and varieties of mustard, and they are known for their small, round seeds that are commonly used as a spice. Mustard…