This large-leaved biennial wildflower has thistle-like flowers and an edible and medicinal taproot
The local Philippines call this woody vine “tayabak”. Related to the green beans we grow in our gardens, this species’ unique turquoise claw-shaped flowers are pollinated by bats.
This WHITE little plant completely lacks chlorophyll and is often mistaken for a fungus or mushroom. In truth, it is a parasite of fungi that feed on tree roots, and is often found in the shade beneath beech or maple trees.
This bright, tropical-looking black and yellow bird from Southeast Asia is related to chickadees and titmice
Birders in the eastern half of America welcome this bird as one of their most colorful and recognizable, with its classic blue plumage, contrasted with a little red and white
The brilliant blue, white, or pink of these flowers are actually 5 to 25 colored sepals rather than petals. They appear to float upon a mist of thread-like bracts above feathery, pinnately divided leaves.
This hairy little plant with 5 pointy petals is native to the Mediterranean region and is both edible and medicinal
This brightly colored, chunky bird is not found in America but frequents gardens and backyards in the UK and throughout much of Europe.