Red Raspberry Identification – Rubus idaeus When thinking about fruits in the wild, the Red Raspberry is a standout, both in taste and appearance. The Red Raspberry goes by its scientific name Rubus idaeus. This plant belongs to the Rosaceae family, or rose family. Apart from its scientific name, it’s commonly called the American Red […]
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American Plum Identification – Prunus americana If you’ve ever had the pleasure of wandering through fields, along the edges of forests, or even on roadsides, you might have come across the American Plum, known scientifically as Prunus americana. The American Plum belongs to the Rosaceae family. This means the American Plum is a relative of
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Wild Strawberry Identification – Fragaria vesca The Wild Strawberry, also known as the American Wood Strawberry, is a native plant in North America. The Wild Strawberry belongs to the Rosaceae family. That’s the Rose family. These strawberries prefer slightly shady to shady spots, so you’re more likely to find them in woods or thickets where
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Knotweed Identification – Polygonum aviculare Journeying through fields, you might have stumbled upon a plant that keeps low to the ground, spreads wide, and seems to conquer every inch it inhabits. This plant, known as Knotweed or Polygonum aviculare, is quite prevalent in various habitats worldwide. Polygonum aviculare belongs to the Polygonaceae family, a big
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Lady’s Thumb Identification – Polygonum persicaria Persicaria maculosa, often called Lady’s Thumb, is a common wild plant in North America. Originating from Europe, it has since made its home in various corners of the world. But what makes it stand out is its distinct feature: a mark on its leaves resembling a thumbprint. Lady’s Thumb
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Common Reed Identification – Phragmites australis If you’ve ever wandered near a marsh or swamp, you might have come across tall grasses with feathery tops swaying with the breeze. That’s the Common Reed, known scientifically as Phragmites australis. It belongs to the Poaceae family, which is the scientific term for the grass family, one of
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