Plants

Carob pods consist of pulp, which makes up 90% of the weight, and seeds, which make up 10%. They hav ...

The flowers are small, grow in clusters and are yellowish-white or greenish-white in color.

They were cultivated by Indians living north of the equator. From there, they spread to Central and North America about 2,000 years ago.

Its cultivation was carried out by German farmers as early as the 16th century, it quickly gained popularity and was a staple food as early as the 17th century.

There are two main species of the genus Zea (out of six total): Zea mays - common corn and Zea diplo ...

It grows in nutrient-rich, medium and stony soils. Young specimens tolerate partial shade well, while an adult tree is light-loving. It is resistant to pests and environmental pollution.

In this form, it ends up on store shelves or is fermented to produce wine, brandy, or wine vinegar.

The blooming takes place within roughly 24 to 36-48 hours. First, the female part of the plant start ...

An overdose of beta-carotene ultimately leads to overproduction of vitamin A, which can cause vision disorders, skin diseases or liver hypertrophy.