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Ricinus communis Have you heard of a castor bean plant, Ricinus communis? If yes, then, have you ever seen a castor bean plant? I’m certain you have, but if not, these plants are robust, exotic-looking giants often planted in commercial, municipal and residential gardens alike, as a statement specimen. A member of the euphorbiaceae family, …
What is magnesium and why do we need it? Let me start with the basics. Magnesium (Mg), is atomic number 12 in the periodic table. It was first discovered in 1755 by a man named Joseph Black. In its natural form, magnesium is a silvery-white metal that only appears in combination with other elements. Magnesium …
A Walk in the Woods Some things are worth lugging a ladder, tote bags, a camera, and all manner of cutting tools into the woods, propelled by the hope that one will be rewarded for the effort. Indeed, some things are worth spending over an hour teetering on the top rung of said ladder, operating …
