The Baobab has many useful properties, which explains why it is widely known as the Tree of Life. It behaves like a giant succulent, and…
Browsing: Culinary Succulents
Very easy to grow and care for, not only that but you can eat it in your salad too! Prefers a full sun location but can tolerate a small…
Regarded as the largest succulent plant in the world, Adansonia digitata, commonly known as African Baobab, is steeped in a wealth of…
Although there aren't many plants that are both succulent and herbal, a few genera possess both qualities. Purslane (Portulaca oleracea), hardy in U.S…
Even if you're not a huge enthusiast when it comes to natural remedies, chances are you've heard of some of the health benefits of Aloe vera. This plant…
For years, popular media touted the Barrel Cactus as a provider of life-saving water for lost and thirsty travelers. The story was based on the cactus…
Indian Fig Opuntia is grown primarily as a fruit crop, but also for the vegetable nopales and other uses. Most culinary references to the "Prickly Pear"…
All true cactus fruit is safe to eat, but some taste better than others. Some taste best cooked, and most have to be peeled or otherwise…
Lechuguilla has been used for food, drink, and fiber for over 10,000 years. The toxic juices have been used as an arrow poison, a fish stupefier…
Agave americana, commonly known as Century Plant has antiseptic, wound-healing and anti-inflammatory properties, which explain its uses…