Penstemon smallii Heller – Small’s Beard Tongue Family – Scrophulariaceae Stems: Upper stem. Leaves: Pressed leaves. Inflorescence: N/A Flowers: Calyx. Flowering – May – June. Habitat – Cliff banks, shaded forest edges. Origin – Native to North America. Other information – This species is rare in Alabama and has only been reported in two northern … Read more
Introduction: The Quest for Revival In the world of cannabis, the perfect bud is a treasure worth seeking. But what happens when your prized stash loses its luster, becoming dry and brittle? Fear not, for there is hope. Enter the art of rehydrating weed – a skill that can resurrect your precious herb and bring … Read more
Scutellaria elliptica Muhl. – Skullcap Family – Lamiaceae Stems: N/A Leaves: Arrows show glandular hairs of the petiole. Inflorescence: Flowers: Arrow shows glandular hairs of the calyx. Flowering – May – June. Habitat – Mesic to dry open woods, roadsides. Origin – Native to North America. Other information – This attractive little species can be … Read more
Solidago altissima L. – Tall Goldenrod Family – Asteraceae Stems: Leaves: Inflorescence: N/A Involucre: Flowers: Flowering – August – December. Habitat – Old fields, pastures, meadows, roadsides, railroads. Origin – Native to North America. Other information – This weedy but attractive species can be found throughout Alabama and is probably found in every county of … Read more
Canna indica L. – Indian Shot Family – Cannaceae Stems: N/A Leaves: Inflorescence: Bract subtending the flower. Flowers: Ovary. Flowering – May – July. Habitat – Cultivated and escaped to swamps, marshes, wet ditches. Origin – Native to tropical America. Other information – This tall, attractive species is widely cultivated in Alabama and is rarely … Read more
Solidago nemoralis Ait. – Woodland Goldenrod Family – Asteraceae Stems: Leaves: Inflorescence: N/A Involucre: Ray flowers: Disk flowers: N/A Flowering – September – December. Habitat – Old fields, roadsides, pastures, waste ground, sandhills. Origin – Native to North America. Other information – This species can be found in scattered Alabama counties mainly in the northern … Read more
Lactuca floridana (L.) Gaertn. – Wild Lettuce Family – Asteraceae Stems: N/A Leaves: Inflorescence: N/A Involucre: Ray flowers: Disk flowers: N/A Flowering – August into the winter. Habitat – Woodlands, roadsides, ditches, typically in mesic conditions. Origin – Native to North America. Other information – This species can be found scattered throughout Alabama. The plant … Read more
The Allure of the Oven: A Conventional Solution to an Unconventional Question In the realm of cannabis exploration, there are questions that spark curiosity, pushing us to challenge convention and seek innovative solutions. One such query that has garnered attention among the cannabis community is whether the oven, a staple of every kitchen, holds the … Read more
Viola arvensis Murray – Wild Pansy Family – Violaceae Stems: N/A Leaves: Inflorescence: N/A Flowers: Calyx. Flowering – March – June. Habitat – Roadsides, railroads, disturbed sites, cultivated areas, waste ground, old homesites. Origin – Native to Europe. Other information – This attractive yet weedy little species can be found growing wild in just a … Read more
Any grower wants to get a good harvest with thick and quality cannabis buds. However, not all cannabis strains can produce high yields, so growers who want to reap large profits must choose the highest yielding strains. Choosing the right highest yielding outdoor strains and indoor strains will help growers enjoy a successful crop that … Read more