rootbound

episode 005: Lavender and Yaupon


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The definition of rootbound. Then Dave tells us about lavender, proper Latin pronunciation and a 16th century Swiss alchemist. Steve shares a beloved plant with an unfortunate Latin name. Brought to you by Scarlet Begonias.

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English vs Spanish Lavender (The lavender in my garden is English lavender, btw)
Paracelsus: the man who brought chemistry to medicine.
An old, and a bit strange documentary on Paracelsus (this is where the Paracelsus audio in this episode originates.)
Atlas Obscura article on Yaupon Holly

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rootboundBy Steve Ellington

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