Potatoes are either a blessing or a curse. They have warded off starvation and helped countries thrive, but handled incorrectly they can be a deadly poison.
The Plants We Eat
About The Plants We Eat: From apples and artichokes to digitalis and peyote, our world is full of amazing plants that we interact with on a daily basis. This greenery can sustain us, intoxicate us, cure us of disease, and even kill us. Join us as we investigate the surprising history, biology, and culture behind The Plants We Eat.
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The Fig
Figs have the most interesting relationship with a wasp that you are ever likely to hear about. Join us as we look at that most ancient of fruits, the fig.
The Apple
With all of the modifications that go into modern apple trees you can think of them as the Frankenstein’s monster of the plant world. Join us as we investigate the secrets behind the apples we eat.
Mad Honey
Monofloral honey is honey that comes from a single type of flower, but what if that flower is toxic? Join us as we investigate the strange case of mad honey.
The Grape
Used for raisins, wine, and fresh, grapes are one of our most versatile fruits, but the grapes we eat today are only with us because of remarkable chances and brilliant scientists. Join us as we look into the fascinating history of one of our most versatile fruits.