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    12 Psychoactive Plants And What They Do To Your Brain, According To Science

    Humans have been using plants for their intoxicating and psychoactive properties for thousands of years. Here's what some of the most common do to our brains.

    By Chandler Stark Read More
  • two psilocybin mushrooms multicolored background

    Strange Facts About Psilocybin Mushrooms You Never Knew

    With U.S. states increasingly decriminalizing psilocybin possession and consumption, it's time to learn more about this unique "magic" mushroom.

    By Sarah Crocker Read More
  • Theodore Roosevelt portrait with pince nez

    Why Theodore Roosevelt Banned Christmas Trees In The White House

    Theodore Roosevelt banned Christmas trees in the White House despite living there with his wife and six children. Some may consider his reason practical.

    By S. Flannagan Read More
  • Robin Hood Tree as Sycamore Gap

    Why Britain's Robin Hood Tree Is So Revered

    Britain's so-called "Robin Hood" tree was was recently felled in an act of vandalism, shocking and saddening the nation. Here's why the tree is so revered.

    By S. Flannagan Read More
  • sundew plant with insect prey

    Myths People Believe About Carnivorous Plants

    When it comes to carnivorous plants, fact is sometimes stranger than fiction. Here's the science behind some of the myths about these incredible species.

    By Xan Indigo Read More
  • Giant rafflesia flower growing from hanging plant roots

    The Weird World Of Parasitic Plants

    While they may seem like pests, parasitic plants can play important roles in ecosystems. Clearly, the world of parasitic plants is a weird one.

    By Xan Indigo Read More
  • Three saguaro blossoms sit on cactus

    How The Saguaro Blossom Became Arizona's State Flower

    The saguaro blossom was officially designated Arizona's state flower in 1931, but it was a long, long road to get there. Here's the full story.

    By William Fischer Read More
  • Prosthetic leg

    This Is What They Do With Implants And Prosthetics Before Cremation

    Thanks to modern medicine, lots of people have implants and prosthetics that improve their quality of life. Here's what happens to those items upon cremation.

    By William Kennedy Read More
  • Wellington Burt staring

    The Bizarre Will And Testament Of A Michigan Tycoon Took Almost A Century To Come To Fruition

    While most wills explain how to divide assets among remaining family members, some choose to be more creative in terms of how they give away their possessions.

    By Jean Mendoza Read More
  • Screaming Trees Mark Lanegan sings microphone

    The Time Screaming Trees' Mark Lanegan Performed On Letterman With A Black Eye

    The band's guest spot on "Letterman" was their first appearance on network TV, but this career breakthrough was overshadowed by the events of the night before.

    By Wendy Mead Read More
  • Screaming Trees

    How Did Screaming Trees Get Their Name?

    The band Screaming Trees lost a second member within less than a year in 2023. Here's how the group got its name.

    By William Kennedy Read More
  • Little Boy model at museum

    How The Atomic Bombs Made The Oleander The Flower Of Hiroshima

    When atomic bombs were dropped on Hiroshima, no plant growth was expected for 70 years, yet the oleander did grow and became the symbolic flower of the city.

    By Kimberly Smith Read More
  • Ukrainian Christmas spider web

    Why Ukrainians Decorate Christmas Trees With Spider Webs

    Cultures all around the world have unique ways of celebrating certain holidays. Here is why Ukrainians add webs and spiders to their Christmas trees each year.

    By William Kennedy Read More
  • Shadow of a person with knife

    The Unexpected Fruit That Is Used To Create Stabbing Sound Effects

    Violence in dramatic presentations on film and TV doesn't actually involve real weapons, real fisticuffs, real damage -- at least, we hope not. But the sound?

    By Kat Olvera Read More
  • Chestnut tree

    Why This American Tree Rarely Makes It To Maturity

    There's no question but that many of Earth's forest resources have been decimated by greed over the years, but one American tree's story is more complicated.

    By Kimberly Smith Read More
  • Christmas tree in Rockefeller Center

    The First Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Appeared Nearly 100 Years Ago

    Some of the most beloved traditions of a New York City Christmas date back to nearly 100 years ago, including the tree at Rockefeller Center in Manhattan.

    By Anna Robinson Read More
  • yellow flowers funeral casket

    What Is The Real Significance Of Flowers At A Funeral?

    With the passing of a loved one comes many different ways of laying the deceased to rest. So what is the real significance of flowers at a funeral?

    By Kat Olvera Read More
  • Woodland scene, sunbeam through trees

    Can Plants Really Tell Time?

    Humans have any number of ways to measure the passage of life -- increments of time, whether seconds or years. Research indicates it isn't just us, either.

    By Chris Littlechild Read More
  • Snapdragons

    Why Dead Snapdragon Flowers Would Make A Perfect Halloween Decoration

    Dead snapdragon flowers would make the perfect Halloween decoration thanks to their symbolic meaning. Here's what makes dead snapdragons spooky.

    By Liv Brinkley Read More
  • Serpentine gaps between the treetops

    Are Plants Conscious?

    The idea that plants are conscious is a contentious one, but a growing pile of research suggests plants are more intelligent beings than most think.

    By Xan Indigo Read More
  • Dragon's blood tree

    This Tree In Yemen Has One Incredibly Unique Characteristic

    There are plenty of mesmerizing and fascinating little adornments in Mother Nature's crown that reside in some of the more remote corners of the Earth.

    By Luke Holden Read More
  • Persepolis, former capital of Persia

    How Ancient Persians Used Trees To Execute Criminals

    Ancient people were pretty creative with methods of punishment and torture. Here's how ancient Persians used trees to execute criminals

    By Willa Hart Read More
  • Vegetable Lamb of Tartary

    The Theories On Why People In The Middle Ages Thought That Lambs Grew On Trees

    Anyone up to put a pig on trial in a court of law? Medieval folks thought that made perfect sense — and some thought a certain species of lamb grew on trees.

    By William Kennedy Read More
  • Rainbow dyed roses.

    The Symbolism Behind Flowers In LGBTQ+ History

    Particularly in recent history, floral imagery has taken root in several parts of LGBTQ+ history. This is the symbolism behind flowers in LGBTQ+ history.

    By Xan Indigo Read More
  • intelligent plant

    The Unusual Way Plants Communicate With Each Other

    We all know that plants are living things, but it may come as a surprise that plants can actually communicate with each other in pretty unusual ways.

    By Elizabeth Hlavinka Read More
  • White carnation

    The Real Reason White Carnations Are The Official Flowers Of Mother's Day

    In the 21st century in the United States, Mother's Day is a big deal -- cards, candy, phone calls. And flowers, with white carnations having pride of place.

    By Richard Milner Read More
  • forest river

    How Plants Use Listening Skills To Find Water

    Plants don't seem like sentient beings at first, but they actually have unique senses that allow them to find water. Here's how plants can "listen."

    By Elizabeth Hlavinka Read More
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