Plants

Tuesday, 23 June 2026

"Where the olive refuses to grow, there the Mediterranean world ends"

It is not known exactly when and where the first olive tree, characteristic of the Mediterranean region, grew. Paleobotanists claim that wild olives g ...

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Pumpkin

The beta-carotene in the pumpkin ensures the proper functioning of the eyesight, especially at dusk.

It also reduces the risk of macular degeneration, inhibits the development of xerophthalmia (dry eye syndrome), and prevents damage to the lens and the formation of cataracts.

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Trees

Although no such specimen has yet been discovered, researchers estimate that the maximum height a tree can reach is 122-130 meters.

The tallest known specimen on earth is the coast sequoia (Sequoia sempervirens) in Redwood National ...

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Pumpkin

It was a delicacy on the tables of the ancient Greeks and Romans, who served it fried in honey or grated - in a marinade of wine.

In the 15th century, thanks to Christopher Columbus, it found its way to Europe, where it was initia ...

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Beetroot

The shape of the storage root is a varietal trait.

The roots can be elongated and they have a longer growing season and are also spherical and flat-spherical.

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Lemon balm

Its calming effect can be used to support the treatment of neurosis or depression.

It reduces anxiety and helps with sleep.

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Pomegranate

Pomegranate is among the oldest useful plants grown in the Middle East.

They have been cultivated there for several thousand years. Clay tablets dating to the middle of the ...

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Kale

Thanks to its sulforaphane content, it has a strong antioxidant effect.

As a result, it reduces the chances of cancer. It can protect against prostate, lung, and colon cancer.

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Brussels sprout

Brussels sprouts can be boiled, baked, or fried.

However, steaming is the healthiest form, as it allows Brussels sprouts to retain their nutrients in the most optimal state.

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Cornflower

It is a self-pollinating plant, although its pollen and nectar attract many insects.

Hymenoptera and flies (Diptera) are particularly susceptible to the attracting effects of the cornflower.

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Sesame seeds

Sesame seed is one of the oldest known oilseeds domesticated more than 3,000 years ago.

Archaeological remains of charred sesame dating to around 3500-3050 B.C. suggest that it was known o ...

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24 facts about rapeseed

Probably a hybrid

Rapeseed - one of three varieties of cabbage rapeseed (Brassica napus) is probably an offspring of two different species. It is one of the oilseed cro ...

23 facts about brussels sprout

A small cabbage with amazing flavor

Brussels sprouts are a botanical variety of cabbage belonging to the cabbage family. It probably originated from a cross between head cabbage and kale ...

16 facts about kale

An excellent ingredient for smoothies

Kale was known in ancient times, however, it was also consumed in the Middle Ages. Today we are rediscovering it thanks to its wealth of vitamins, min ...

20 facts about watercress

A leader in the health category

According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, watercress is one of the healthiest plants. Although it is one of the oldest plants ...

12 facts about sweet potato

A creeping plant from the tropics

Yams, also known as sweet potatoes, are one of the healthiest foods, even in space. In fact, they have been appreciated by NASA and recognized as supe ...

18 facts about parsley

Healthy from the root to the leaves

It is a vegetable commonly used in cooking. In addition to its taste, it also has many nutrients and can help with some ailments. Parsley root contain ...

18 facts about beetroot

Vitamin bomb

This under-appreciated vegetable is increasingly appearing on our tables and returning to favor. And this is great news because beets are a vegetable ...

18 facts about asparagus

Spring vegetables full of vitamins and nutrients

Asparagus, known to mankind since ancient times (more than 5000 years), still enjoys enduring popularity, especially in French, Italian, Spanish or Ge ...

15 facts about sunflower

Sun-like beauty

They came to Europe quite late because they came from the American continent. Cultivated for seeds, oil, or ornamental value, they quickly conquered t ...

13 facts about cinnamon

One of the most closely guarded merchant secrets

It is a well-known and often used aromatic spice in the kitchen. We most often find it in confectionery, chocolate, and some alcoholic drinks. Althoug ...

18 facts about grapes

Grapes do not come exclusively from one species of vine

Although it originated in the Middle East, it has spread all over the world. Thanks to this plant, it is possible to enjoy countless varieties of wine ...

13 facts about birch

Pioneer tree of the northern hemisphere

Although it is associated mainly with the Central Europe landscape, anyone who thinks that this plant does not occur on other continents is wrong. Var ...

17 facts about rowan

Sorbus aucuparia

Although we know this plant as mountain ash, its scientific name is Sorbus aucuparia. It is a pioneer plant thanks to its frost resistance and low req ...

20 facts about garlic

World leader in medicinal plants

Garlic, well known to all, is a vegetable, spice, and medicinal plant - in this field, it is a leader with clinically proven effectiveness. It is prod ...

17 facts about cocoa bean

Chocolate base

Cocoa is a commonly used term for the seeds of the cocoa tree. Widely known and liked by lovers of chocolate and all chocolate sweets, as well as supp ...