#plantfacts — Public Fediverse posts

Tanoak (Notholithocarpus densiflorus) is named for its tannin-rich bark, once the foundation of a major tanning industry on the Pacific Coast. Its high tannin concentration was prized for producing durable leather goods such as saddles, bridles, and luggage, until overharvesting limited its availability.

#Nature #Wildlife #California #LearnAboutNature #DiscoverPlants #PlantFacts #CaliforniaFlora #PlantHistory

Answers to the most pressing question: What are some interesting facts about ice plants? #iceplant #succulents #gardening #edibleplants #healthyeating #culinaryherbs #cookingwithplants #vitamins #digestivehealth #skincare #plantfacts #GardenTips #sustainable #herbalmedicine

Answers to the most pressing question: Can you cook ice plant? #iceplant #succulents #gardening #edibleplants #healthyeating #culinaryherbs #cookingwithplants #vitamins #digestivehealth #skincare #plantfacts #GardenTips #sustainable #herbalmedicine

Answers to the most pressing question: Is ice plant safe? #iceplant #succulents #gardening #edibleplants #healthyeating #culinaryherbs #cookingwithplants #vitamins #digestivehealth #skincare #plantfacts #GardenTips #sustainable #herbalmedicine

Answers to the most pressing question: Is an ice plant edible? #iceplant #succulents #gardening #edibleplants #healthyeating #culinaryherbs #cookingwithplants #vitamins #digestivehealth #skincare #plantfacts #GardenTips #sustainable #herbalmedicine

Answers to the most pressing question: Which plant is known as an ice plant? #iceplant #succulents #gardening #edibleplants #healthyeating #culinaryherbs #cookingwithplants #vitamins #digestivehealth #skincare #plantfacts #GardenTips #sustainable #herbalmedicine

Answers to the most pressing question: What is an ice plant good for?
#iceplant #succulents #gardening #edibleplants #healthyeating #culinaryherbs #cookingwithplants #vitamins #digestivehealth #skincare #plantfacts #GardenTips #sustainable #herbalmedicine

🌿 Shrub or bush? The difference isn't clear-cut! Generally, bushes are a type of shrub, but not all shrubs are bushes. Size, shape, and growth habits can help distinguish them. Learn more about these versatile woody plants that add structure and beauty to your garden! #GardeningTips #PlantFacts 🌳

https://www.thespruce.com/difference-between-shrubs-and-bushes-3269793

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#funfact | The largest living organism on the planet based on area (up until June 2022) was a #fungus - a Honey Fungus to be exact!

Discovered in 1998, the Armillaria ostoyae covers 2,385 acres - almost 10 square kilometres - in the Blue Mountains of US state #Oregon

Scientists also believed it could be anywhere between 2,400 - 8.690 years old! 🤯

This has recently been overtaken by Poseidon’s Ribbon Weed in #SharkBay #WesternAustralia covering approximately 200 square kilometres (77 square miles)!

https://www.guinnessworldrecords.com/world-records/606952-largest-living-organism

#guinnessworldrecords #honeymushroom #honeyfungus #poseidonsribbonweed #naturefacts #nature #plants #fungi #fungifacts #plantfacts #fungifanatic #mushroom #fact