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Close-up of fresh green spinach leaves with water droplets. Leaves have a vibrant green color and a textured surface.

Close-up of fresh green spinach leaves with water droplets. Leaves have a vibrant green color and a textured surface.

Coca in the Andes: Sacred Leaf, Cultural Symbol, and Natural Healer

Culture & Society

The Economic Botanist

14 hours ago8 min read

Fresh vegetables on soil: ripe red tomatoes in a crate, lush greens, purple broccoli, and orange carrots. Vibrant garden harvest.

Fresh vegetables on soil: ripe red tomatoes in a crate, lush greens, purple broccoli, and orange carrots. Vibrant garden harvest.

Companion Planting Secrets: Grow Healthier Gardens Naturally

Environmental Use

The Economic Botanist

2 days ago7 min read

Bees and a butterfly hover over vibrant purple flowers with orange centers against a green background, showcasing nature's beauty.

Bees and a butterfly hover over vibrant purple flowers with orange centers against a green background, showcasing nature's beauty.

How to Turn Your Garden into a Pollinator Paradise: Simple Tips to Attract Bees, Butterflies, and Hummingbirds

The Economic Botanist

3 days ago8 min read

Potted flowers and succulents in a garden, vibrant colors.

Potted flowers and succulents in a garden, vibrant colors.

Chaos Gardening and the Future of Urban Biodiversity: Sustainability and Food Sovereignty in the City

Environmental Use

The Economic Botanist

4 days ago7 min read

Sunlit forest with tall trees, green foliage,.

Sunlit forest with tall trees, green foliage,.

Urban Forests: How Trees Quietly Save Our Cities Every Day

Environmental Use

The Economic Botanist

5 days ago8 min read

Cherry blossom trees arch over vibrant pink, yellow, and purple flowers in a serene garden. A colorful carpet leads into the distance.

Cherry blossom trees arch over vibrant pink, yellow, and purple flowers in a serene garden. A colorful carpet leads into the distance.

Spring Awakens: How the Season Blooms Differently Around the World

Environmental Use

The Economic Botanist

6 days ago9 min read

A variety of fresh green vegetables, almonds, and oranges arranged on a wooden table, conveying a healthy and vibrant mood.

A variety of fresh green vegetables, almonds, and oranges arranged on a wooden table, conveying a healthy and vibrant mood.

Eat Green: Smart and Simple Ways to Make Your Diet More Sustainable

The Economic Botanist

7 days ago8 min read

Close-up of purple grapes with water droplets and green leaves on a vine. Sunlight highlights the vibrant colors, creating a fresh, juicy feel.

Close-up of purple grapes with water droplets and green leaves on a vine. Sunlight highlights the vibrant colors, creating a fresh, juicy feel.

10 Juicy Truths About Grapes You Didn’t Know

The Economic Botanist

May 147 min read

Various potted plants in terracotta and white pots on a wooden surface, set against a light wall. Lush greenery creates a calm, natural vibe.

Various potted plants in terracotta and white pots on a wooden surface, set against a light wall. Lush greenery creates a calm, natural vibe.

How to Spring Clean Your Houseplants and Revive Their Glow

Environmental Use

The Economic Botanist

May 138 min read

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Yellow Lucuma fruits grow on a palm tree, surrounded by lush green leaves. One fruit is cut open, revealing a reddish interior against a clear sky.

Yellow Lucuma fruits grow on a palm tree, surrounded by lush green leaves. One fruit is cut open, revealing a reddish interior against a clear sky.

Lucuma

Discover everything you need to know about Lucuma (Pouteria lucuma), the "Gold of the Incas."

Plant Compendium

The Economic Botanist

Apr 117 min read

Brown Maitake mushrooms growing on vibrant green moss in a forest setting. The background is blurred, enhancing the earthy, natural mood.

Brown Maitake mushrooms growing on vibrant green moss in a forest setting. The background is blurred, enhancing the earthy, natural mood.

Maitake Mushrooms

Learn about Maitake mushrooms (Grifola frondosa), their health benefits, culinary uses, and growing tips.

Plant Compendium

The Economic Botanist

Apr 108 min read

Green kohlrabi with long stems and leaves on a purple background. The vegetables are fresh and vividly green, creating a vibrant contrast.

Green kohlrabi with long stems and leaves on a purple background. The vegetables are fresh and vividly green, creating a vibrant contrast.

Kohlrabi

Learn all about kohlrabi (Brassica oleracea), including its history, growing tips, health benefits, culinary uses, and much more.

Plant Compendium

The Economic Botanist

Apr 99 min read

Dark Maqui berries hanging on branches amid green leaves. The vibrant colors and fresh setting suggest a natural, serene mood. www.theeconomicbotanist.com

Dark Maqui berries hanging on branches amid green leaves. The vibrant colors and fresh setting suggest a natural, serene mood. www.theeconomicbotanist.com

Maqui Berry

Discover the powerful health benefits of Maqui berries . Learn how this antioxidant-rich superfruit can support heart health

Plant Compendium

The Economic Botanist

Apr 89 min read

Wooden bowl and spoon filled with Moringa green powder, next to its fresh green leaves, on a wooden surface with a rustic background.

Wooden bowl and spoon filled with Moringa green powder, next to its fresh green leaves, on a wooden surface with a rustic background.

Moringa

Discover the many benefits of the moringa plant, including its health properties, growing tips, and culinary uses.

Plant Compendium

The Economic Botanist

Apr 711 min read

Green prickly pear cactus with pink and yellow fruit against a clear blue sky. Bright sunlight highlights the vibrant colors.

Green prickly pear cactus with pink and yellow fruit against a clear blue sky. Bright sunlight highlights the vibrant colors.

Prickly Pear

Explore the many benefits of Nopal cactus (Opuntia ficus-indica), from its health benefits to its culinary uses.

Plant Compendium

The Economic Botanist

Apr 69 min read

Bright room with numerous green plants, wooden furniture, and soft lighting. A cozy couch and pots are visible, creating a serene ambiance.

Bright room with numerous green plants, wooden furniture, and soft lighting. A cozy couch and pots are visible, creating a serene ambiance.

Herbal Tourism: Economic Benefits of Medicinal Plant-Based Retreats

Explore how herbal tourism and medicinal plant-based retreats are boosting local economies while offering natural wellness experiences.

Culture & Society

The Economic Botanist

Apr 511 min read

Green Sacha Inchi star-shaped seed pods and lush leaves on a plant against a blue sky. The plant's vibrant green contrasts with the clear background.

Green Sacha Inchi star-shaped seed pods and lush leaves on a plant against a blue sky. The plant's vibrant green contrasts with the clear background.

Sacha Inchi

Discover the nutritional benefits of Sacha Inchi (Plukenetia volubilis), a superfood rich in omega-3 fatty acids, protein, and antioxidants.

Plant Compendium

The Economic Botanist

Apr 412 min read

Paula, Editor-in-Chief, Owner, TEB

Welcome to the Blog!
I'm Paula, the human behind the words and ideas you see in this site. I am here to explore with you the world of economic botany, where we dive deep into the dynamic relationship between plants and human society. I invited you to sit back with a cup of tea and enjoy the reading.

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