Thanks to Facebook, New Plant Discovered – May Help With Alzheimer’s
Facebook vacation photos of beautiful snowdrop plants launched an investigation that culminated in the discovery of a new medicinal plant that may help combat Alzheimer's disease.
Orangutans Self-Medicate With Dracaena
Yes, even great apes self-medicate. Scientists observe Bornean orangutans making lotions out of dracaena plants and spreading the solution on their tired muscles.
Catnip May Be the Purrrfect Safe Insecticide
Researchers discover that catnip could be as effective – and safer than the widely used synthetic repellent DEET.
The Secret Lives of Sparrows Include Medicinal Plants
Scientists always suspected birds liked medicinal plants – now there's proof. A Chinese sparrow collects wormwood leaves for its health and health of its offspring.
New Study: Green Tea Might Block Viral Growth
Green tea drinkers might be on to something as science proves the tea plant can prevent the replication of abnormal cells as well as viruses such as the one responsible for COVID-19.
