The thought of the touch-me-not plant takes me to a nostalgic trip to my childhood summer holidays in Kerala. The mysterious Lajjalu plant had always fascinated me. It was a true delight to see the leaves shut down as soon as I touched them. It was always a competition with...

Weeds are always seen in a bad light, especially by farmers, as they have to find ways to ensure that they do not destroy their crops. However, Ayurvedic doctors have a different take on weeds, as there are plenty of wild weeds that can be used to treat a variety...

The word ‘weeds’ generally have a negative connotation. After all, these rapidly growing plants have the potential to ruin the growth of important food crops and plants. However, not many know that there are some weeds that are more beneficial than dangerous. In fact, many herbs that are used in...