In September 2005, I observed a beautiful white dove walk over our neighbor’s roof. Mesmerized I watched her fly closer to our house and land on a backyard tree. Our yard not only have a …

A movie like Jaws leads many people to believe that the Great White Shark is an indiscriminate killer with strong taste for human flesh. In realistic contrast, research and observation have revealed well developed, …

Crassula ovate commonly known as jade plant, lucky plant or friendship plant is a succulent plant with pink to white flowers. The plant is believed to be native to South Africa but now is …

Saffron is a very expensive spice derived from the flower of saffron crocus. It is a member of crocus placed in family Iridaceae and is scientifically known as Crocus sativus. The flower can be …

Tulip is a perennial, bulbous plant with showy flowers placed in the genus Tulipa and family Liliaceae. About 109 species of tulips are known till now. It is native to Southern Europe, North Africa, …

Pear is also known as Pomaceous fruit is placed in the genus Prunus. The word pear has been derived from a Greek word. Pear is known in cultivation in the cooler temperate climates since …

Lychee is the only member placed in the genus Litchi under the soapberry family, Sapindaceae. It is a tropical and subtropical tree which is native to China but now cultivated in all parts of …

Watermelon is a member of family Cucurbitaceae and is scientifically known as Citrullus lanatus. It is a vine-type plant native to Southern Africa and is one of the common types of melon. The flowering …

Guava is a plant of the myrtle family scientifically known as Myrtaceae. It is represented by the genus Psidium with 100 species of tropical shrubs and small trees known. They are native to Mexico, …

Coriander scientifically known as Coriandrum sativum is a member of family Apiaceae. It is native to southern Europe and North Africa to southwestern Asia. The plant is soft, hairless and attains a height of …