Plants

The thin bark that fell off the trunk in winter was widely used as writing paper. Birch paper is extremely durable and was the material from which many ancient Indian texts were made.

It was also used to produce kyphi, i.e. incense used during religious ceremonies and for medical purposes.

It is believed to have originated in Africa, from where it was introduced, first to Asia and later t ...

Lemon on average 5 to 8 cm (2 to 3 in) while limes are 3 to 6 cm (1,2 to 2,4 in).

The seeds are lens- or kidney-shaped, light green or light yellow, sometimes brown. The seed length is 35 mm.

100 grams contain as much as 72 percent of the daily recommended intake of vitamin K and 44 percent of vitamin C. It also has a noticeable amount of vitamins B6 and B9.

The first mention of turmeric dates back to the ancient Assyrian herbal books.

Olive oil called olive oil is pressed from the ripe, black fruit. Oil pressed from the first pressin ...

It has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. It is used to treat eczema, acne, and minor cuts and wounds. It also has a calming effect, improves concentration and lowers blood pressure.