The negrito Onge tribals of Little Andaman use the sap of Orophea katschallica to repel the bees while extracting honey from the hives. Dutta and associates (1983) reported that the sap of Amomum aculeatum, an herb growing in dense tropical forests of South Andaman, acts as a tranquiliser...
This perennial herb grows to a height of about 47 inches and a width of 10 inches when mature. The achene fruit of the purple coneflower is highly sought-after bybirds. The plant also attracts several pollinators, including monarch and swallowtail butterflies, bumblebees, and honeybees. In a...
Also “plant bulbs that deter squirrels such as daffodils, hyacinths, allium, garlic, lily of the valley, peppermint and geraniums” to repel squirrels & other small mammals. Otherwise I’d put out *water for any wildlife, and other food far away. Last edited 2 years ago by Steph 0 ...
The Rhododendrons are flowering plants that is well known in the history as it produces a poisonous honey that is toxic to us humans. Dogs are less likely to be poisoned by the honey but the leaves and flowers of the rhododendrons can cause serious problems. There are many different species...
View Solution How many plants have gynoecium that is bicarpellary obligately placed and syncarpous with placenta swollen with many ovules ? Brinjal, gram , tulip , Asparagus, arhar, petunia, chilli, Colchicum autumnale, muliathi, Aloe pea , tobacco, lupin ...
The local communities of the Degua Tembien and Alajie districts use MPs to treat about 30 human and 5 animal diseases, and to repel insects (Table 1andTable 2). The number of MPs identified to treat a single disease ranged from 19 (wound/swelling) to 1 (external bleeding) for humans,...
They were even introduced into the Midwest from Europe to provide food for the imported honeybees in early spring. They now grow virtually worldwide. Dandelions spread further, are more difficult to exterminate, and grow under more under adverse circumstances than most competitors. Most gardeners ...
Also known as anise hyssop, this fragrant member of the mint family has tall spikes of tubular flowers that bloom for weeks from summer until fall. The upright form adds vertical interest to the rose garden, while the strong scent helps to repel common garden pests. Learn more about growing...
dried-up honey bees, their legs trapped in the slotted hoods of the flowers. Apparently this is a common occurrence; one that is mentioned in nearly every resource about milkweeds that I have read now, and yet I had never heard of it nor seen it until this gift was left for me. I ...
This name comes from an outdated belief that the plants can be used to repel or poison fleas, flies, gnats, and other tiny insects, a belief for which there is no evidence. In Ancient Greek, the name Erigeron is said to mean something akin to “old man in the early morning,” likely...