The plant, which is smooth and non-hairy, lives for more than two years and can grow up to 25 centimetres tall. It is native and found all over the British Isles, growing at altitudes up to 750 meters. It is also present throughout Europe. The roots consist of many elongated, …
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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 tree is found throughout Southern and Central England. It’s also planted across Britain and Ireland. The Common Beech thrives in nutrient-rich soil but tends to avoid …
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Join me in my latest video, ‘How to Identify Cleavers aka Goosegrass (Galium aparine),’ where I provide a detailed guide to recognising this ubiquitous plant. Known as a cosmopolitan weed, Cleavers is widespread and can be found in various environments worldwide, especially throughout the British Isles and across Europe. In …
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People have died from eating all parts of Hemlock water dropwort. Hemlock water dropwort is a member of the Apiaceae (Carrot) family. Which contains some very toxic plants. It is considered the most toxic plant growing in Britain. It contains a powerful neurotoxin called oenanthetoxin, which triggers spasmodic convulsions, usually …
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A quick overview to identify garlic mustard.
Much overlooked, white dead nettle is a delicious wild vegetable. This video will help you to identify it correctly.