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The kind of tree with fallen leaves that no one picks up is a specialty only in the West, priced at 4 $/kg
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An article recently published in Vinlove, a Vietnam Tourism site, was promoting the virtues of the weevil tree (Cynometra ramiflora). While the common name doesn't sound so appealing, its uses are intriguing. According to the article, "In the provinces of the Mekong Delta, there is a tree that people often plant in their gardens for shade. Moreover, people often pick the leaves of this plant to use as raw vegetables, served with some dishes."
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Could a phytochemical derived from vegetables like broccoli be the answer to antibiotic resistant pathogens?
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The answer to the problem of antibiotic-resistant pathogens could be in the form of some common garden vegetables.
Birdwatching can help your mental health
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Time.com recently published a helpful article pointing out that "birdwatching—or even simply listening—can lead to an array of mental-health benefits in humans, including long-lasting stress relief."
Garden Lights, Holiday Nights
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Atlanta Botanical Garden presents "Garden Lights, Holiday Nights" beginning November 12.
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Are solar farms polluting water in Georgia?
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The Georgia Sun reports, "Runoff from a growing number of giant solar farms polluting rivers and streams in rural South Georgia is becoming a major concern, an official with the state Environmental Protection Division (EPD) said Monday."
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- Tags: ecology, sustainability