Petiole

A petiole is a leaf stalk that attaches a leaf to the main plant stem.

Know your place

I step out, dodge rain showers, and am struck by the high river level. It’s so high that the area where I usually sit, … Continue

How to identify Beech

Today, I’m excited to share with you an informative guide on how to identify the Common Beech.  It’s known as Fagus sylvatica.  This magnificent … Continue

How to identify Cleavers (= Goosegrass)

Join me in my latest video, ‘How to Identify Cleavers aka Goosegrass (Galium aparine),’ where I provide a detailed guide to recognising this ubiquitous … Continue

Sweet Flag

Acorus calamus, commonly known as Sweet flag is a plant typically found in marginal water areas, wetlands, alongside ponds, and in marshy areas. It … Continue

Common amaranth

Introduction Amaranthus retroflexus, known as common amaranth, is in the Amaranthaceae family. There are numerous species of amaranth in the British Isles. The BSBI … Continue

Japanese Pagoda Tree

The Japanese Pagoda Tree (Styphnolobium japonicum) is grown as an ornamental in the United Kingdom. Most people grow this tree for its flowers. White cascades … Continue

sonification of holly

I invest countless hours and hundreds of pounds into Eatweeds each month, a passion project started in 2008. With no ads or outside help, … Continue