New genetic evidence shows that Solenodons survived the asteroid impact that wiped out the dinosaurs.
Corchorus Capsularis Also known as: White Jute This species provides the greatest part of the jute commerce (burlap, cordage, gunny), with its strong and coarse fiber, about ten times more abundant than Corchorus olitorius, another source of jute. This species is considered to be of the finer quality. Jute yarn has replaced flax and hemp in sackcloth. Sacking is the bulk of manufactured jute products. The yarn is also used in weaving curtains, chair coverings, carpets, and rugs. It is blended with other fibers in making toys, decorative wall hangings, lamp shades and shoes. Also used for rigid packaging, reinforcing plastic, and replacing wood in pulp and paper making. Finely carded and highly absorptive this fiber is used as basis for antiseptic surgical dressings. It is a annual/perennial growing to 3.5 m (11-12 feet) at a fast rate. It is hardy to 30° to 40°F (-1° to +4.5°C). Makes a nice potted plant-grows about 2' tall and bears yellow flowers if not clipped for food use. It is in flower in August, and the seeds ripen in October. The flowers are hermaphrodite (having both male and female organs) and are pollinated by Insects. This plant is high in protein, rich in beta carotene, iron, calcium, and vitamin C. It's eaten as a vegetable in North Africa, the middle and near east, Bangladesh, and South East Asia. It makes an excellent spinach substitute, raw or cooked. The dried leaves can be used as a thickener in soups. The seeds are used as a flavoring, and a herbal tea is made from the dried leaves. Choose from packs of 20 or 100 seeds!
This is what's written in Arthur Spiderwick's Field Guide to the Fantastical World Around You about Dwarves. Dwarves are a diminutive race of faeries that live in mountains and deep forests. Since they are primarily subterranean by nature, most avoid bright light (including sunlight), and some are even nocturnal. Young dwarves have a harsh, stonelike appearance supporting the theory they are carved from rock rather than born. As dwarves become older, their skin becomes finer and more polished, s
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Botanical name: Corchorus capsularis Common name: White Jute Family: Malvaceae Corchorus capsularis (also known as patsun), commonly known as white jute, is a shrub species in the family Malvaceae. It is one of the sources of jute fibre, considered to be of finer quality than fibre from Corchorus olitorius, the main source of jute. The leaves are used as a foodstuff and the leaves, unripe fruit and the roots are used in traditional medicine.
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Review of the year: the cutest animal pictures of 2011.
Thomas Earnshaw is revered as a legend and pioneer in the field of watchmaking. Born in Manchester, England, in 1749, he was famous for his work in refining and improving the marine chronometers of the time.
First, break them down into groups. Then you can start picking out the finer details like size and flight.
Aspidistra attenuata 'Small n' Smart' is a Crûg Farms collection (BSWJ3727) from the Central Mountain town of Wushe. This dense-growing selection of the Taiwan endemic cast iron plant is composed of very narrow, solid green foliage that matures for us at 22" tall, making it quite different from all other clones of this species that we grow. As a house plant, the smaller stature offers a finer texture.
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There is much to be learnt about one of Singapore collectors' favourites: the dragon of fishes.
This is my last set of Macaque photos for a while. This one's another of my favourites from the day, as pose seems so thoughtful and the light through the trees behind makes an ideal backdrop.
