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Category: PLANTS

DIGITALIS (FOXGLOVE)

Posted on February 27, 2024July 18, 2024 By Gary

PLANTS & MEDICINE DIGITALIS PURPUREA (FOXGLOVE) Digitoxin is a medication derived from the leaves of certain plants, particularly the foxglove plant (Digitalis purpurea). It belongs to a class of drugs called cardiac glycosides, which have been used for centuries to treat heart conditions. The foxglove plant contains compounds called glycosides,…

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10 MIND BLOWING FACTS ABOUT AI

Posted on February 27, 2024July 18, 2024 By Gary

OVERVIEW Gives you some of the positive inroads that AI is making into the daily professions we use and how we may begin to interact with them within our own daily lives.

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CONNOR LEAHY

Posted on February 25, 2024February 29, 2024 By Gary
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AI PHOTO’S

Posted on February 25, 2024July 19, 2024 By Gary

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SMALL COASTAL HEDGES

Posted on February 24, 2024February 28, 2024 By Gary
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SMALL TREES FOR THE UK

Posted on February 24, 2024February 29, 2024 By Gary
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POSTS

Posted on February 23, 2024February 23, 2024 By Gary
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MOVIE POSTS

Posted on February 23, 2024February 29, 2024 By Gary

Greetings, fellow plant enthusiasts and cinephiles alike! Welcome to a unique intersection of two worlds: the captivating realm of cinema and the lush beauty of the botanical kingdom. We’re embarking on a journey through the world of movies, guided by the keen eye of The Wandering Plantsman. As lovers of…

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GALANTHUS (Snowdrops)

Posted on February 23, 2024July 18, 2024 By Gary

Embracing the Elegance: A Guide to Cultivating Galanthus (Snowdrops) In the midst of winter’s chill, a delicate herald of spring emerges, bringing hope and beauty to the garden landscape. Galanthus, commonly known as snowdrops, are among the earliest flowering bulbs, often pushing through the snow to announce the arrival of…

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WASPS

Posted on February 22, 2024July 18, 2024 By Gary

Wasps, members of the order Hymenoptera, are among the most fascinating and misunderstood creatures in the insect world. With their slender bodies, distinctive colors, and formidable stingers, they often evoke fear and apprehension in humans. However, beyond their reputation as pests at summer picnics, wasps play crucial roles in ecosystems…

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