Culinary herbs are regarded as an irreplaceable cooking aid, giving dishes depth and complexity. Many of these herbs we have come to love offer
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Louisiana’s Bald Cypress
The cypress is often considered one of the most recognizable symbols of the southern swamp, and in 1963, it was given the distinction of
Want to Know More About Kombucha?
Although Kombucha is sometimes referred to as Manchurian mushroom or Kombucha mushroom, this unique organism is actually not a mushroom at all. Kombucha is
Blessed Thistle: The Sacred Herb
This member of the daisy family has a long history of medicinal use, having been mentioned in both the Bible and Shakespeare’s writing as
Petrified Palmwood – Louisiana State Fossil
Petrified Palmwood is also a variety of chalcedony. Texas named it the State Stone, but it is in fact a fossil. Specimens found in
Agate – Louisiana State Mineral
In 1976, Louisiana designated Agate the State Gemstone, and Petrified Palmwood was chosen as the State Fossil that same year. In 2011, an amendment
Home-Made Cough Syrup
Here are a few do-it-yourself cough syrups that come in handy when you feel a sore throat coming on. Debra’s Famous Cold Remedy 1
The Magnolia Tree: Beautiful and Beneficial
The magnolia tree is a popular sight in the South, common on antebellum plantations and front lawns. Historically, the magnolia is known around the
Edible Flowers
Flowers can turn an ordinary yard into an oasis, but did you know they can spruce up culinary dishes as well? There are a
Beneficial Herbs You Can Collect Anywhere: Dandelions
There are many beneficial herbs that grow wild across the US. One of the most common of them is dandelion. Dandelions are originally from