A Travel Blog About Llamas
Psych. Read the title.
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Mint: Dr. Frankenstein’s monster smells of love and shaving cream
Menthe (mint), from the family Lamiaeacea (jaws) Mint is a lovely, versatile garden plant that has rooted itself deeply into gardens worldwide— a distinct, vibrant personality setting it apart from its neighbors both subjectively and physically (being an isolated plant in garden beds). Its personality is so distinct that ancient Greeks had personified it in…
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Gotu Kola: Path to the Fountain of Youth
Gotu kola is a Southeast Asian waterside weed embellished by its supernatural ability to heal most bodily wounds— from skin conditions to blood circulation to mental health— which makes it an extremely coveted plant by herbalists and scientists worldwide. Best of all, it’s almost effortless to grow. The provisions for and from this plant make…
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Pomegranates: Planting infused with vitamins, minerals, and the meaning of life
Expensive, messy, and highly acclaimed for its health benefits, the pomegranate is stereotypically associated with rich wellness enthusiasts who care too much about questionable scientific research on chemical compounds no one can pronounce. And surely the pomegranate must not have changed its branding much since the beginning of time, with its association with rich pharaohs…