Desert mallow is a low-maintenance shrub with vibrant perennial flowers that withstand the heat and lure birds, like quails ...

1 Introduction. Plants have been used from primitive time for medication of various diseases. An annual report of World Market has revealed that 43 billion dollar has been earned from medicines which ...

Though not widely commercialized for food, Pilu’s edible fruit adds to its versatility as a native resource plant. Pilu is much more than a desert shrub. Its multifaceted nature, ranging from ...

On my way home from teaching a wild edible class this week, I noticed an unusual plantin full bloom. I have been a fan of this plant since I lived in Florida. Eastern Prickly Pear Cactus or Opuntia ...