Tina Samuels
Ms. Samuels has written professionally for 20 years and has over 11,000 articles in print. She has also been published in newspapers, Alabama Living, Mature Years, and Arthritis Today.
She is the author of "Georgia Native Plant Guide" and the upcoming "Butterfly Gardening with Southern Native Plants"
I'm the author of "A Georgia Native Plant Guide" (fall 2005) ISBN 0-86554-878-1, by Mercer University Press.
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She is the author of "Georgia Native Plant Guide" and the upcoming "Butterfly Gardening with Southern Native Plants"
I'm the author of "A Georgia Native Plant Guide" (fall 2005) ISBN 0-86554-878-1, by Mercer University Press.
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The Different Types of Mulches and Examples of ThemWhen you are going to use mulch in the garden to supplement the landscaping, it is important to know the relative value of those mulches and whether they are short-term, persistent, or inorganic.
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Ornamental Grasses for High Deer Browse AreasThese selections were all on the list for grasses that deer rarely browse.
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Five Free Horticulture and Gardening Online ClassesThese free classes are great ways to expand your knowledge of horticulture, botany, and other gardening-related topics.
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Make a Wish Foundation and Sean Rash Fulfill Benjamin Doyle's PBA Dream: A Fan's ReactionBenjamin Doyle, a Make a Wish Foundation recipient, bowls with Sean Rash.
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Randy Travis Apologizes for Being Drunk Outside a Dallas ChurchRandy Travis, the country singer who enjoyed a good popularity in the early 90's before switching to a more gospel-Christian genre, was arrested February 6th, 2012 for being drunk outside a Dallas, Texas church.
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How to Ward Off the Norovirus as a Cruise PassengerLearning more about the norovirus and how it is contracted can help you prevent catching it in crowds, like cruises.
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Picking the Right Herbs for a Container GardenHaving a container garden of herbs not only brings wonderful scents and plants to look at, but also brings additions into the kitchen for use.
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Free Horticulture and Gardening Courses from Utah State UniversityThese classes do not give college credit or degrees, but for those wanting to expand their horticulture education, they are worth their weight in gold. -
How to Force Forsythia Branches to Bloom IndoorsBy learning how to force a forsythia branch to bloom indoors you can have some of the same impact that others have in their yard in your home or office.
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Free Heirloom Seed Catalogs for the 2012 Growing SeasonWant to find different varieties of heirlooms to put in your garden this year? Here is a good start to the season. -
Free Vegetable Seed and Plant Catalogs for the 2012 Growing SeasonCreating a vegetable, herb, or fruit garden can be a nice way to save your family money. -
The 2012 USDA Hardiness Zone MapGardening staple, the USDA Hardiness Zone Map went through some changes this year.
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Branches that Can Be Forced to Bloom IndoorsMany trees and shrubs can be pruned and their branches placed inside to bloom at times when they do not usually flower.
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Things You Should Do in January to Your HouseplantsThink that houseplants only need water and a bit of sunlight to survive and thrive? Well there are plenty of things that you should be doing, even in January, to help your houseplants have the best growth and display that they can.
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How to Identify and Prevent Mosaic VirusesWhile there is nothing that can be done to treat the virus once it has overcome the plant, there are a few things that you can do to help keep the virus away from your plants. -
Replace a Furnace or Use Furnace Retrofits: Which is Better?A brief overview of what furnace retrofits are and how they can be used over furnace replacement.
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Fast Growing Annuals that Attract Butterflies and HummingbirdsAnnual plants are good to fill in around bare spots in the garden or to make a theme garden that changes year to year. -
Fast Growing Annual Plants that Are Easy to Grow for the Beginning GardenerFast growing annuals let you enjoy the maturity of your plants quicker before their season dies. -
Annuals to Plant in a Hummingbird GardenFinding the right annuals can help complement the bare spots in the garden, or you can create one with purely annuals. -
Planting and Growing the Lobed TickseedAlso known as early coreopsis, dwarf tickseed, or eared coreopsis, this native is a member of the Aster family of plants. It is botanically known as Coreopsis auriculata.
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Native Plants that Bloom in JanuaryNative plants are great inclusions into an existing garden or as a stand-alone wildflower garden.
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Shrubs that Deer Rarely Browse and DestroyAccording to University of Georgia College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, these examples are some of the shrubs that deer will rarely browse. -
Drought Tolerant Perennial Plants for a Dry LandscapeThese selected perennial plants are all native to the United States and are drought-tolerant according to NPIN, the Native Plant Information Network.
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Wildflowers in the Tallgrass Prairie EcosystemThe tallgrass prairie ecosystem, with its deep rich soil, was once the largest ecosystem in the U.S.
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Deciduous Native Shrubs for Partial ShadeDeciduous shrubs allow leaves to turn colors in the fall and gently fall away in the winter. -
Full Sun Evergreen Flowering Native Plants that Prefer Dry SoilThese flowering native plants are both evergreen, meaning they won't lose their leaves, and are fine for full sun conditions.
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Cold Tolerant Native Perennials for the GardenCold tolerant plants are great for those looking to plant a garden or landscape ornamentals in places where it gets cold.
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Saving Money and Energy with Routine Filter ChangesHow changing your heating and air conditioner filter can help save you money and energy.
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Benefits of Duct Sealing for Energy EfficiencyA look at some of the benefits homeowners can achieve by sealing their heating and cooling ducts.
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Types of Insulation for Unfinished WallsIf you are adding on to your house or building any type of building where you want to reduce energy costs and keep heating and air conditioning comfort, there are many different types of insulation that go into unfinished walls. -
Two Types of Insulation for Open Wall CavitiesInsulation is a very cost effective way to reduce air leaks, energy loss, and increase energy efficiency.
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Two Types of Insulation that Must Be Done at Time of Home ConstructionThere are two types of insulation that will need to be done while your home is being built. These are ICFs and SIPs. -
How to Save Energy and Money with a Programmable ThermostatA programmable thermostat may save your family $180 a year on their utility bills. -
Vines and Groundcovers Deer Rarely Browse and DestroyThese selections are all ones that are listed by the University of Georgia College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences as plants that deer rarely browse. -
Drought Tolerant Plants that Were Once Herbal RemediesThese plants are all categorized as drought tolerant, according to the Native Plant Information Network, and they are all plants that were once used as herbal remedies. -
Native Plants that Work Well in Butterfly GardensTo construct a butterfly garden, find plants that are either larval hosts or food sources for butterflies and moths.
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Heat Tolerant Perennial Native Plants for the LandscapeThese selections are all dubbed "heat tolerant", meaning they will continue to do well despite the thermometer.
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Five Easy to Grow Annuals for ContainersAnnuals are nice plants to fill up empty spaces in other garden plots or to fill out containers. -
The ABCDMV Principles of DietThe six dietary planning principles, ABCDMV, or adequacy, balance, calorie, density, moderation and variety, are useful in planning a healthy diet. -
How to Give a Glucagon ShotFor diabetics, one of the most needed things (except for insulin) is having a glucagon shot and someone capable of using it when necessary. -
Types of True TornadosWhile there are other items that are similar to tornados (like dust devils) there are four types of true tornados. -
What is Broken Heart Syndrome?Can stress mimic a heart attack and become heart disease? Get to know stress cardiomyopathy, or broken heart syndrome.
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Is Alcoholism Inherited?If you had alcoholic parents, are you more likely to be alcohol dependent? -
Vines that Can Be Grown IndoorsVines make for interesting house plants. -
Energy Efficiency With the Energy Star Yardstick ProgramAre you doing everything the Energy Star website says to help keep your heating and cooling system running effectively? -
What Are the Different Types of Warts?Common and embarrassing, there are six various types of warts depending on location and their characteristics.
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What's in an Olay Regenerist Facial Treatment Mask?A look at the 14 ingredients that make up the Olay Regenerist Mask. -
Focus Factor IngredientsA leading memory aid touts to help boost concentration, but what's in it and does it work?
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What Ingredients Are in Yanagiya Prexceed Collagen Hair Serum?A look at the three ingredients that make up Yanagiya Prexceed Collagen Moisturizing Hair Serum.
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Four Easy-to-Grow Perennials for ContainersContainer gardening is a fun and trendy way to put plants on a patio, spread them around a walkway, or create a garden area that is easily changed at the slightest whim. -
A Winter HVAC Maintenance ChecklistProper heating and cooling system maintenance should be done in the late fall/early winter and the late spring/early summer.
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Houseplants that Clean the AirUsing houseplants to clean the air is a eco-friendly forward thinking way to incorporate plants with a purpose into your home.
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The King Cake TrinketKing Cakes have a history rich in tradition, from the day they are eaten to the trinkets that can be found inside them. -
Get a Free Credit Report Without a Credit CardThere is a way to get a free credit report without gimmicks or scams and without having a credit card. -
How to Calculate Weight Watchers Points Per DayInterested to know how many Weight Watchers points per day are allowed? Find out with this handy formula. -
Potassium Rich FoodsAn overview of some foods that have a good amount of potassium in them for those trying to raise their potassium levels and lower their blood pressure. -
Skills in Titan Quest's Defense MasteryTitan Quest has skills sets called Masteries. These take points as a player progresses through the game so that they can build their character in the class they choose.
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Skills in Titan Quest's Warfare MasteryThese are skills that increase the attack power and the ability to fight in battles for the game of Titan Quest.
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Skills in Titan Quest's Hunting MasteryThis is an overview of the skills that are available in Titan Quest's Hunting Mastery.
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Skills in Titan Quest's Spirit MasteryThese are the skills that can be utilized in the Spirit Mastery skill tree in Titan Quest.
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Skills in Titan Quest's Rogue MasteryTraps are available to the Rogue Mastery skill set players; see what other skills are as well.
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Skills in Titan Quest's Storm MasteryThese are the skills that you can use when you pick the Storm Mastery in Titan Quest.
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Skills in Titan Quest's Earth MasteryThere are 20 skills that can be utilized in the Earth Mastery skill tree in Titan Quest.
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Skills in Titan Quest's Nature MasteryThis looks at all the skills available to those that choose the Nature Mastery in Titan Quest.
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Titan Quest Immortal Throne Dream MasteryThese are the skills that can be utilized in the Dream Mastery skill tree in Titan Quest Immortal Throne.
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Bog Garden Spotlight on Bee BalmFind out how to use the Bee Balm in a Bog Garden setting and its old folk remedy usage.
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Bog Garden Spolight on the Cardinal FlowerFind out how to use the Cardinal Flower in a Bog Garden setting.
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Comparing Furnaces when You're Going to BuyThings to consider when you are going to be buying a new furnace.
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Benefits of a Variable-Speed Blower MotorThe reasons for homeowners to chose a variable-speed blower motor over a single-speed one.
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Ridding Your Computer from the Wordslife.Com Redirect VirusA simple way to give yourself a bit of breathing room with the wordslife.com redirect virus using computer virus removal tools and resetting your router.
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Native Plants for a Bog GardenA look at a few selections of native plants that work well in a bog garden setting.
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Five Full Sun Flowering Plants for FloridaAny of these plant profiles are going to be able to make a great addition in your Florida landscape. -
Five Full Sun Trees for FloridaThese selections are all great choices for Florida in full sun areas and all have a little something extra that make them worthy of a spot in your yard. -
Five Full Sun Shrubs for FloridaIf you are wanting to see what kind of shrubs that are going to work in your full sun yard in Florida, these selections are going to be a good place to start.
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Symptoms of Dieffenbachia PoisoningDieffenbachia houseplants, typically known as the dumb cane, are a group of about 30 perennial known for their foliage.
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Planting and Growing the Mountain WitchalderAlso known as large fothergilla and Fothergilla major, the Mountain witchalder is native to the United States.
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What is Marfan Syndrome?A connective tissue disorder, Marfan syndrome affects the eyes, skin, skeletal system, and the cardiovascular system.
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Planting and Growing the Sweet After DeathAlso known as vanilla leaf, the sweet after death plant is a member of the barberry family of plants. It is native to the United States and is botanically known as Achlys triphylla.
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Planting and Growing the Quaking AspenThe quaking aspen, or Populus tremuloides, is from the willow family of plants. It is native to the United States and is a perennial tree.
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Planting and Growing the American BladdernutA member of the bladdernut family, the American bladdernut is native to the United States. It is botanically known as Staphylea trifolia.
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Planting and Growing the Smooth AzaleaA member of the heath family of plants, the smooth azalea is native to the United States. It is botanically known as Rhododendron arborescens or by the synonym Azalea arborescens.
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Planting and Growing IndiangrassAlso known as Yellow Indian Grass, this is a member of the Poaceae family of plants. It is native to the United States.
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Planting and Growing the Paleleaf Woodland SunflowerAlso known as paleleaf suflower or woodland sunflower, this plant is a member of the aster family of plants. It is native to the United States and is botanically known as Helianthus strumosus.
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What is a Leydig Cell Tumor?Tumors arising in Leydig cells, the cells that release testosterone in the testicles, are called Leydig cell tumors.
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Planting and Growing the Mountain LaurelAlso known as Calico bush, the Mountain laurel is from the heath family of plants. It is native to the United States and is botanically known as Kalmia latifolia or by its synonym Kalmia latifolia var. laevipes.
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Planting and Growing the CowslipAlso known as yellow marsh marigold, the cowslip is from the buttercup family of plants. It is native to the United States. Botanically, it is known as Caltha palustris.
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Planting and Growing the Virginia PineAlso called the Jersey pine, this is a member of the pine family of plants. It is native to the United States and is botanically called Pinus virginiana.
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Planting and Growing the Candle AnemoneAlso known as the thimbleweed or long-head thimbleweed, the candle anemone is native to the United States. It is from the buttercup family of plants and is botanically named Anemone cylindrica.
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All About Growing the Swamp RoseThe swamp rose is also known botanically as Rosa palustris or Rosa floridana. It is a member of the rose family of plants that has about 2,000 different inclusions, both wild and cultivated
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What is Mucormycosis?A fungal infection, mucormycosis affects the lungs, brain, and sinuses.
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Planting and Growing the SweetgumAlso known as the American sweetgum, this tree is a native to the United States. It is a member of the witch hazel family of plants and is botanically known as Liquidambar styraciflua.
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Planting and Growing the FireweedAlso known as the narrow-leaf fireweed or the willow herb, the fireweed is from the evening-primrose family of plants.
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What is Labyrinthitis?An ear disorder, labyrinthitis is where there is inner ear swelling and irritation.
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Planting and Growing the Eastern White PineAlso known as the Weymouth pine, the Eastern white pine is native to the United States. It is from the pine family of plants and is botanically known as Pinus strobus.
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Planting and Growing the Virginia SpringbeautyAlso known as springbeauty, the Virginia springbeauty is from the purslane family of plants. It is native to the United States.
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Symptoms of a Meclofenamate OverdoseA nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAID), meclofenamate is found in the brand names of Movens, Meclomen, and Meclofen.
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Benefits of a Heat PumpA look at heat pump benefits in HVAC home improvement.
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Key Factors in Database ManagementThings to keep in mind when you need database management.
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Planting and Growing the Fire PinkAlso known as scarlet catchfly, the fire pink is a member of the pink family of plants. It is native to the United States and botanically called Silene virginica.
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Planting and Growing the Birdfoot VioletThe birdfoot violet is a member of the Violaceae family of plants and is native to the United States. Botanically it is called Viola pedata.
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Planting and Growing the Sagebrush Mariposa LilyAlso known as the bigpod mariposa, the sagebrush mariposa lily is from the lily family of plants. It is native to the United States and is botanically known as Calochortus macrocarpus.
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Planting and Growing the Flowering SpurgeFlowering spurge is a member of the Euphorbiaceae family of plants. It is native to the United States.
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Planting and Growing the Crimsoneyed RosemallowAlso known as the marshmallow hibiscus, the crimsoneyed rosemallow is part of the mallow family of plants. It is native to the United States. Botanically, it is called Hibiscus moscheutos.
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HVAC Tax Credits to Save Your MoneyTime is running out on HVAC tax credits. If you want to lighten your tax burden, it is important to realize what products are still eligible for the current tax year.
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FDA Disapproves Avastin for Breast Cancer UseNov. 18, 2011 - The FDA revokes the approval for using Avastin in breast cancer patients. -
Growing a Biblical Plant GardenA few good selections to put in a Biblical Plant Garden that will also provide use in the household. -
What is Diabetic Hyperglycemic Hyperosmolar Syndrome?A complication of type 2 diabetes, diabetic hyperglycemic hyperosmolar syndrome is where there is very high blood glucose levels in the body but there is not any ketones.
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What is Acanthosis Nigricans?A skin disorder, acanthosis nigricans is a condition where the skin inside body folds is very thick, dark, and velvet-like.
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Planting and Growing the Seep MuhlyThe seep muhly, botanically known as Muhlenbergia reverchonii, is from the grass family of plants. It is native to the United States
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What is Ebstein's Anomaly?A rare heart defect, Ebstein's anomaly is where the tricuspid valve is abnormal in parts.
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Planting and Growing the BloodrootThe bloodroot is from the poppy family of plants and is native to the United States. It is botanically called Sanguinaria canadensis. -
Planting and Growing the Prairie CrabappleAlso known as the Iowa crabapple, the prairie crabapple is from the rose family of plants. -
Planting and Growing the Diamond Petal PrimroseAlso known as fourpoint evening-primrose, the diamond petal primrose is native to the United States. It is from the evening-primrose family of plants and botanically listed as Oenothera rhombipetala.
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Garden Plant Favorites that Can Be Poisonous to Your DogSometimes we forget that while they are lovely to look at, some plants are poisonous to our four-legged friends.
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5 Southern Native Shrubs and Trees that Give Great Fall ColorA look at southern plants that produce a lovely fall color display. -
Colorful Flowering Plants that Work Well Around AzaleasA look at some garden plants that take acidic soil and compliment the azalea shrub. -
Native Trees Good for Full Sun AreasA look at five good choices for planting native trees in a sunny spot of the landscape. -
Landscaping with Fragrant Native ShrubsA look at four native shrubs that will be an aromatic start to a landscaping project.
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Symptoms of an Amitriptyline Hydrochloride OverdoseAmitriptyline hydrochloride is a tricyclic antidepressant sold under the brand names of Elavil and Endep.
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Planting and Growing the Coastal Water-hyssopAlso known as water hyssop or herb-of-grace, the coastal water-hyssop is from the figwort family of plants.
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Planting and Growing the New Jersey TeaAlso known as redroot, the New Jersey tea plant is from the buckthorn family of plants. It is native to the United States and is botanically known as Ceanothus americanus.
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Symptoms of Potato Plant PoisoningThis occurs when someone ingests the green tubers and sprouts of a potato plant.
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Planting and Growing the Partridge PeaAlso known as the sleepingplant or sensitive plant, the Partridge pea is native to the United States.
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Planting and Growing the Downy HawthornAlso known as the white thorn, the downy hawthorn is from the rose family of plants. It is native to the United States and is botanically known as Crataegus mollis.
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Planting and Growing the Prairie ConeflowerAlso called the Mexican hat, thimbleflower, red-spike Mexican hat, and the long-headed coneflower, this is a member of the aster family of plants.
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Planting and Growing the Common SnowberryA member of the honeysuckle family of plants, the common snowberry is native to the United States.
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What is Niemann-Pick Disease?A group of inherited diseases that affect how lipids collect in the spleen, liver, and brain cells, Niemann-Pick disease can give off different symptoms and affect people at different stages of life.
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What is Noonan Syndrome?An inherited condition that affects development in several areas of the body, Noonan syndrome was formerly called Turner-like syndrome.
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What is Takayasu Arteritis?When there is an aorta inflammation, it is called Takayasu arteritis. Its cause is unknown and it typically affects Asian or African young women and children.
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What is Macroamylasemia?When there is macroamylase in the blood, an abnormal substance, it is called macroamylasemia.
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What Are the Pandemic Threat Levels?A look at the different pandemic threat levels and what each of them means, as defined by the World Health Organization.
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Strange Tea SuperstitionsDelicious to drink, tea is also privy to many superstitions from everything from the preparation, to the carrying, to the drinking. -
Symptoms of Acid Soldering Flux PoisoningAcid soldering flux is a material used to fix two pieces of metal together, a chemical used to clean and protect the area that is being soldered together.
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What is Aase Syndrome?A rare syndrome that affects joints and the skeleton with deformities, and involves anemia, Aase syndrome can be caused by poor development of bone marrow.
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Perennial Flowering Plants that Attract HummingbirdsFor hummingbirds, you want plants with plenty of reachable nectar hidden in those flowers. -
Evergreen Ornamental Landscape GrassesThere are many ornamental grasses that give off great winter looks or fabulous airy texture to a landscape. -
Medicinal Plants that Grow in USDA Zone 9Medicinal gardens are fun for the history and lore value, perhaps not so much fun to use as an actual medicine chest.
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Hamburger Bean Potato Soup RecipeThis is a great lunch for a cold winter's day. Plenty of beans and veggies, and its frugal too.
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Native Plants for a Bog GardenA look at a few bog plants designed for water gardens or just plants for a bog garden.
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Old Folk Remedies: Native TreesA few of the different native tree species that have been used historically as old folk remedies.
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Planting and Growing the Striped MapleThe striped maple tree is a member of the Aceraceae family of plants. It is native to the United States and is botanically called Acer pensylvanicum.
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Planting and Growing the Starry False Lily of the ValleyAlso known as starry false Solomon's seal or star-flowered Solomon's seal, the starry false lily of the valley is native to the United States.
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What is Aarskog Syndrome?An inherited disease that is linked to the X chromosome, this is caused by gene FGDY1 mutations.
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What is Dacryoadenitis?When the tear producing glands in the body, or lacrimal glands, are inflammed, the condition is called dacryoadenitis.
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What is Asherman Syndrome?Scar tissue or other intrauterine adhesions that develop after surgery on the uterus is called Asherman syndrome
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What is Adult Still's Disease?A rare illness that is a more severe version of JIA, or juvenile idiopathic arthritis, Adult Still's disease causes rash, joint pain, and high fevers.
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Faster Than Kudzu – Joshilyn JacksonA look at the life and three of the novels of southern author Joshilyn Jackson.
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What is a Good A1C Number?A look at the A1C test and the goal number that diabetes should be trying to achieve. A look at blood sugar control and how it affects the test. -
Celiac Disease: Laying the Foundation for a Gluten-Free DietA look at what you need to eat in the early stages of a gluten-free diet and in the later stages as your tolerance grows.
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Bach Flower Remedies for PetsA look at some of the Bach Flower Remedies that can be useful for pets. These flower essences are taught and practiced in the U.K. as a form of treatment.
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Clinique Clarifying Lotion Ingredients ListInsight into what ingredients are in each of the four Clinique lotions for those with allergies or skin sensitivities.
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All About AmbienAmbien is a widely used, and widely controversial, prescribed sleeping pill. Plagued with side effects, is it right for anyone?
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How to Get Free Insulin and Other Diabetes MedicationsThree leading programs that help patients get free insulin and diabetes medications are explored.
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How to Read Blood PressureHow to understand and read a blood pressure result after having a bp monitoring.
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How to Get Free Kindle EbooksThese five places can be used for free ebook downloads, including the Kindle. -
The History of Hot Cross BunsAn Easter favourite, hot cross buns are rich in flavour, in history, and in superstition.
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Old Folk Remedies: Native ShrubsA look at native shrubs and their natural remedies in old folk medicine.
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Drought Tolerant Native Trees for XeriscapingA look at a few drought tolerant trees that are native to the U.S. and good for xeriscaping.
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Native Shrubs that Can Be Poisonous to PetsSpecial care should be taken when planting any of the mentioned shrubs in a landscape, they all have been designated as poisonous to pets.
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Native Shrubs for XeriscapingA look at some of the choices that can be made using native shrubs to xeriscape your landscape.
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Native Plants that Butterflies LoveThese are a few of the native plants that will let butterflies flock to your garden or landscape.
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Native Plants that Can Be Toxic to PetsA look at some native plants that can be toxic to pets; special care needs to be taken with these plants in the garden.
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Moist Soil Loving Native PlantsA look at the native plants that like to have a moist soil. These plants are all native to the United States.
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Planting and Growing the Cockspur HawthornThe cockspur hawthorn is a member of the rose, or Rosaceae, family of plants.
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Planting and Growing the Eastern WaterleafThe Eastern waterleaf is also known as Virginia waterleaf and Shawnee salad.
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Planting and Growing the Smooth OxeyeAlso known as the oxeye sunflower or the false sunflower, the smooth oxeye is a member of the aster family of plants.
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Planting and Growing the Lizard's Tail PlantAlso known as the breast weed, the lizard's tail is a member of the Saururaceae family of plants. It is native to the United States and is botanically listed as Saururus cernuus.
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Planting and Growing the Wood LilyThe wood lily is native to the United States. It is a member of the lily family of plants.
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What is Erythema Multiforme?A skin disorder that is from an infection or allergic reaction, erythema multiforme is a hypersensitivity response.
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Conditions Associated with Childhood Nephrotic SyndromeChildhood nephrotic syndrome is a set of symptoms that affects children, leading to kidney disease and conditions. The kidney leaks protein into urine.
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Planting and Growing the Halberdleaf RosemallowAlso known as the scarlet rose mallow or the Halberdleaf hibiscus, this perennial is native to the United States.
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Things that Can Cause a Diabetic Hyperglycemic Hyperosmolar Syndrome ResponseA condition that is a direct complication of Type 2 diabetes, diabetic hyperglycemic hyperosmolar syndrome shows no ketones but abnormally high blood sugar levels.
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What is Scalded Skin Syndrome?When the skin is damaged and starts shedding, it is a skin condition called scalded skin syndrome.
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Planting and Growing the Green Dragon PlantAlso known as the dragonroot, the green dragon plant is native to the United States. It is botanically known as Arisaema dracontium, or by the synonym Muricauda dracontium.
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Symptoms of Deodorant PoisoningWhen someone ingests or swallows deodorant, poisoning can occur.
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What is Leptospirosis?When people are exposed to Leptospira bacteria and get an infection, it is called Leptospirosis.
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All About Growing the Bandanna of the EvergladesThe bandanna of the Everglades, also known as golden canna, is from the canna family of plants. It is native to the United States.
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Planting and Growing the Zigzag IrisThe zigzag iris is a member of the iris family. It is a native plant to the United States. Botanically, it is called Iris brevicaulis or Iris foliosa.
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Planting and Growing the Great Blue LobeliaA member of the bellflower family of plants, the great blue lobelia is native to the United States. It is botanically listed as Lobelia siphilitica.
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What is Pemphigus Vulgaris?An autoimmune disorder that is characterized by sores or blisters on the skin and mucus membranes is called pemphigus vulgaris.
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Planting and Growing the Closed Bottle GentianAlso known as the closed gentian or bottle gentian, the closed bottle gentian is native to the United States.
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Planting and Growing the Common BonesetCommon Boneset, or Eupatorium perfoliatum, is from the aster family of plants. It is a native plant to the United States.
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What is Diphyllobothriasis?Those infected with the Diphyllobothrium latum fish tapeworm are said to have diphyllobothriasis.
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What is Acquired Tracheomalacia?When weakness and floppiness of the windpipe's walls, are trachea, occurs after birth it is called acquired tracheomalacia.
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Planting and Growing the American Cranberry BushAlso known as the cranberry viburnum, highbush-cranberry, and American cranberrybush viburnum, this flowering shrub is a member of the honeysuckle family of plants.
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What is Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome?A brain disorder that is caused by thiamine deficiencies is called Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome.
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What is Neonatal Hypoglycemia?Neonatal hypoglycemia is when there is a newborn that has low blood sugar. The child needs glucose for energy and brain functions.
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Symptoms of Philodendron PoisoningA flowering houseplant, a philodendron grows six feet long leaves in a broad spread. It is sold under the name of Philodendron selloum and is a well known houseplant.
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What is Congenital Tracheomalacia?Weakness or floppiness of the windpipe walls at the time of birth is called congenital tracheomalacia.
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What is Karyotyping?A test to look at the chromosomes in a cell sample, karyotyping can help count the number of chromosomes and will look for any structural changes.
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What is Rat-Bite Fever?A rare disease that is spread by infected rodents, rat-bite fever can be caused by Streptobacillus moniliformis bacteria or Spirillum minus bacteria.
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What is Ludwig's Angina?A bacterial infection on the floor of the mouth, the area right underneath the tongue, is called Ludwig's angina.
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Planting and Growing the Virginia Saltmarsh MallowAlso known as seashore mallow, salt marsh-mallow, and the Virginia fen-rose, this native is a member of the mallow family of plants.
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What is Riley-Day Syndrome?An inherited disorder that affects the nerves in the body's development and function is called Riley-Day syndrome.
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What is the Lactate Dehydrogenase Test?The test that will measure the amount of LDH in the blood is called the lactate dehydrogenase test.
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All About Growing the ButterweedAlso known as yellow top or cress-leaf groundsel, the butterweed is a member of the aster family of plants.
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What is Reactive Arthritis?Affecting the eyes, joints, and urethra, this is a group of inflammatory conditions.
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What is Ramsay Hunt Syndrome?When the varicella zoster virus gets to a nerve in the head, a painful rash around the ear called Ramsay Hunt syndrome occurs.
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How to Extend Your Garden Season Throughout WinterTips and tricks for gardening throughout the winter season.
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What is Empty Sella Syndrome?Then the pituitary gland gets flat or shrinks, the condition is called empty sella sydrome
