Botany & Plants

Award-winning Atlantic staff writer Zoë Schlanger delivers a groundbreaking work of popular science that probes the hidden world of the plant kingdom and reveals the astonishing capabilities of the green life all around us.

How do trees live? Do they feel pain or have awareness of their surroundings? Research is now suggesting trees are capable of much more than we have ever known....

From the world's leading forest ecologist who forever changed how people view trees and their connections to one another and to other living things in the forest—a moving, deeply personal journey of discovery....

Explore the inner world of plants and its fascinating relation to mankind, as uncovered by the latest discoveries of science. A perennial best seller....

According to the UN Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD), each year, an estimated 24 billion tons of fertile soil are lost due to erosion. That’s a whopping 3.4 tons lost every year for each person on the planet....

In 1637, one Dutchman paid as much for a single tulip bulb as the going price of a town house in Amsterdam. Three and a half centuries later, Amsterdam is once again the mecca for people who care passionately about one particular plant....

Viewed in over 100 countries and selling hundreds of thousands of tickets, Schwartzberg’s documentary Fantastic Fungi has brought the mycological revolution to the world stage.

Dr. Catherine Kleier invites us to open our eyes to the phenomenal world of plant life and to the process she calls “Natura Revelata”, the joy of celebrating and learning from the secrets of nature....

Doug Tallamy, the New York Times bestselling author of Nature's Best Hope and Bringing Nature Home, reveals the ecological importance of the mighty oak tree....

An illuminating debut memoir of a woman in science; a moving portrait of a longtime collaboration, in work and in life; and a stunningly fresh look at plants....

The secretive Mysteries conducted at Eleusis in Greece for nearly two millennia have long puzzled scholars with strange accounts of initiates experiencing otherworldly journeys....

Nature’s toxins, how they evolved, and why we use and abuse them....

Ever wonder if plants sleep or why their leaves are shaped a certain way? The inner workings of the plants you love are revealed and celebrated in this guide by botany expert Dr. Scott Zona....

Most people think of New Jersey as a suburban-industrial corridor that runs between New York and Philadelphia. Yet in the low center of the state is a near wilderness, larger than most national parks, which has been known since the seventeenth century as the Pine Barrens....

Weaving together herbal and medical traditions from around the world into a singular cohesive model, this groundbreaking audiobook guides herbal practitioners to a comprehensive understanding of the practice and philosophy of healing with herbs....

Author Mark Plotkin, chief ethnobotanist for Conservation International, has spent much of the past 15 years tracking the shamans of the northeast Amazon....

Whether you’re looking to try mushrooms for healing, personal or spiritual growth, out of curiosity, or for just plain fun, Your Psilocybin Mushroom Companion helps you prepare for every type of journey—from microdosing to full trips....

This book is not only the story of a remarkable scientist and her ideas, it harvests all of her powerful knowledge about why trees matter, and why trees are a viable, achievable solution to climate change....

Hidden away in foggy, uncharted rain forest valleys in Northern California are the largest and tallest organisms the world has ever sustained: the coast redwood trees, Sequoia sempervirens....

A distinguished psychiatrist and avid gardener presents “a truly uplifting book on the power of gardening - and how it can change people’s lives” (Stylist, UK)....

Tristan Gooley helps listeners reconnect with nature by finding direction and searching for hidden clues in stars, clouds, water and more. Now, he turns his attention to perhaps nature’s most beloved feature – the stately, majestic tree....

Have you been fascinated by the concept of growing your own psilocybin mushrooms, but don’t know where to start? No matter what your current experience level is, How to Grow Psilocybin Mushrooms at Home the FOOLPROOF Way will walk you through the process....

A tale of obsession so fierce that a man kills the thing he loves most: The only giant golden spruce on earth....

A natural history of the wilderness in our homes, from the microbes in our showers to the crickets in our basements Even when the floors are sparkling clean and the house seems silent, our domestic domain is wild beyond imagination....

“A lively history of biology, mechanics, and culture that stretches back 60 million years” (Nature) The Age of Wood reinterprets human history and shows how our ability to exploit wood’s unique properties has profoundly shaped our bodies and minds....

When he signed up for a psychedelic retreat deep in the Brazilian rainforest, veteran New York Times journalist Ernesto Londoño was so depressed that he had come close to attempting suicide just weeks earlier. To his astonishment, the nine-day ayahuasca experience provided Londoño an instant reprieve from his depression and became the genesis of a personal transformation that anchors this sweeping exploration of the booming field of medicinal psychedelics. Trippy is the definitive book of psychedelics and mental health today, an in-depth and nuanced look at this booming industry.

Do you know ... how to grow great alfalfa and other forages? How can a healthy stand of alfalfa be established? What is most important in promoting vigorous forage growth - soil life, weed control, or balanced soil fertility? Is high potassium necessary for high quality? Does high tonnage automatically mean good feed for livestock? When should forages be cut - pre-bloom, first bloom, mid bloom? How can you measure forage quality? This book has these answers and more!

Together, they settled on the title, Stalking the Wild Asparagus. No one expected that this iconic title would become part of the American language, nor did they anticipate the revival of interest in natural food and in environmental preservation in which this book played a major role. Euell Gibbons became an unlikely celebrity and made many television appearances. Stalking the Wild Asparagus has sold the better part of half a million copies since the original publication, and has been continuously in print since 1962.

It takes tremendous biological creativity to be a plant. To survive and thrive while rooted in a single spot, plants have adapted ingenious methods of survival. In recent years, scientists have learned about their ability to communicate, recognize their kin and behave socially, hear sounds, morph their bodies to blend into their surroundings, store useful memories that inform their life cycle, and trick animals into behaving to their benefit, to name just a few remarkable talents.

Look at the green organism across the room or through the window: the potted plant, or the grass, or a tree. Think how a life spent constantly growing yet rooted in a single spot comes with tremendous challenges. To meet them, plants have come up with some of the most creative methods for surviving of any living thing, us included. Many are so ingenious that they seem nearly impossible. There is no doubt that plants are important: plants, or their green precursors the blue-green algae and algae themselves, have produced all the oxygen in the Earth’s atmosphere, allowing animals to evolve.

Born in Canada to a Taiwanese mother and a Welsh father, steeped in both literary and scientific traditions, Jessica J. Lee is a perfectly placed observer of our world in motion. In this vibrant book of linked essays she explores the entanglements of the plant and human worlds, and the echoes and counterpoints she detects in the migration of plants and people - and the language we use to describe them.

Self-confessed bad birdwatcher Simon Barnes thought he knew nothing about plants. He didn't object to them: trees are interesting, because birds perch in them; plants are useful as they create habitats and birds live in habitats. But while admiring the tenacity of some sea kale and yellow-horned poppy to thrive on an inhospitable shingle beach, he was struck by a truth - it all begins with plants. In this funny and inspiring book, Simon Barnes tells the story of a lifelong relationship with plants, and the realisation of the fact.

Introducing Winged Majesty: Your Ultimate Guide to Monarch Butterflies Are you fascinated by the beauty and grace of monarch butterflies? Do you want to capture their majestic flight and stunning colors through photography? Or perhaps learn about their life cycle and migration patterns? Look no further than Winged Majesty, the definitive guide to all things monarch butterfly. This comprehensive eBook is packed with 19 chapters of expert knowledge and advice, covering every aspect of monarch butterfly photography, conservation, and folklore. From the anatomy of a monarch butterfly to the ...

Get ready to dive into the heart of the future with our groundbreaking eBook, The Eloquent Garden. This innovative journey crafts a future where technology and nature form a seamless bond, creating a world where plants and artificial intelligence collaboratively thrive. Begin your expedition into AI-enhanced botany with a captivating introduction that paves the path towards decoding the language of plants and understanding how signals are transduced. Explore the thrilling evolution of botanical intelligence, stepping from ordinary to extraordinary. Unearth the art of the Digital Green Thumb...

Dive 'Into the Mycelium,' a unique exploration of the fascinating world of fungal networks. This comprehensive guide unwraps the mycelium mystery, offering readers an intricate understanding of an often-overlooked yet fundamental element of our ecosystem. Beginning with a thorough introduction, the journey proceeds to dissect the building blocks of the fungal network, exploring its pivotal role in the fungus life cycle. The enchanting voyage continues with the exploration of fungal transmissions, detailing their different forms, and discussing the factors influencing their spread. 'Into the...

Immerse yourself in the captivating world of tree communication and Artificial Intelligence (AI) with the enlightening eBook, "Whispering Woods." This groundbreaking work delves deep into the truly mesmerizing realm of botanical linguistics and explores uncharted territories where technology intersects with nature. Chapter one sets the pace, unraveling the intriguing realm of tree communication. Gain startling insights into the basics of plant neurobiology and the complex chemistry that underpins tree communication. Brace yourself for a fascinating adventure into the intertwined networks ...

Welcome to a thrilling expedition into the mysterious and fascinating realm of the Fungal Kingdom! Prepare yourself for the unleashed power of mycosis, revealed in "From Spores to Spreading." This riveting eBook delves into the intricate macrocosm of fungi, taking the reader on an unforgettable journey from an introductory guide to an in-depth analysis of the molecular marvels of this oft-underestimated kingdom. Navigate the fungal biome, from shared characteristics to the unique, with such gripping precision that will leave you yearning for more. The complex structure of fungal anatomy, ...

Unveil an extraordinary exploration of profound possibilities in "Bridges of Serenity." The book outlines a powerful narrative that uncovers the fascinating intersection of technology and nature and presents the potential of an unexplored dimension of communication with the Earth’s green giants. Immerse yourself in the intricate mysteries of the forest realm as the chapters unravel the secret language of trees. Watch as this silent dialogue unfolds beneath the verdant canopy, offering timeless insights into this intricate bio-network. Further deepen your understanding of our world's ...

In this joyous journey around the wild edges of Britain, Christopher Hart takes us through the life, ecology and history of the humble British hedge, showing us how this much-loved (but somewhat overlooked) feature is inextricably woven into our language, history and culture. Hedges – or hedgerows – have long been an integral part of the British landscape; a bastion of privacy for our gardens, a protective presence on winding country lanes and a vital hiding place for birds and beasts on farmland.

Geraniums are popular ornamental plants that can be easily propagated from stem cuttings. Rooting hormone treatments, typically with IBA, are commonly used to improve the success rate and speed of root formation. In this book you'll learn how rooting hormone promotes strong, healthy roots in plants and how to use rooting hormone with your plants.