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Full-Text Articles in Horticulture
Mala Lā’Au Lapa’Au: Preserving The Hawaiian ‘Āina And Mo’Omehue, Sandra Fogg
Mala Lā’Au Lapa’Au: Preserving The Hawaiian ‘Āina And Mo’Omehue, Sandra Fogg
Senior Honors Projects
The study of medicinal plants in the western world tends to focus on the isolation and elucidation of natural products that have bioactive characteristics and potential for pharmaceutical formulation. However, the utilization of medicinal plants in cultures that still practice ancient medicine, such as Hawai’i and other Pacific Island nations, involves the use of whole plant parts in conjunction with spiritual rituals to heal illnesses and ailments. In order to gather a different perspective of the use of plants in medicine, a diverse investigation of “Lā’au Lapa’au,” or the Hawaiian art of healing through the use of plants and spiritual …
Capillary Wick Irrigation For A Pot From A Reservoir, David A. Bainbridge
Capillary Wick Irrigation For A Pot From A Reservoir, David A. Bainbridge
David A Bainbridge
Capillary wicks are very effective for watering container plants. Ideal for water wise gardens, landscaping and interior plants capes.
Upgrade A Hanging Basket With A Capillary Wick Irrigation System, David A. Bainbridge
Upgrade A Hanging Basket With A Capillary Wick Irrigation System, David A. Bainbridge
David A Bainbridge
Capillary wicks can improve health and performance of container plants. Plants in hanging baskets benefit from steady and very efficient water supply from a reservoir.