This genus contains about a dozen species of shrubs and small trees, each with fruits that can be used to make a lathering soap.
Similar in many ways to the American Goldfinch, this little bird has a heavily streaked breast and can often be found in sizeable groups.
This relative of the European Robin nests across Eurasia, can sometimes be found in small numbers in North America, and overwinters in Africa.
This large-leaved biennial wildflower has thistle-like flowers and an edible and medicinal taproot
A familiar weed of lawns, fields, roadsides, and gardens, this plant and its close relatives are the only species eaten by beautiful monarch butterflies.
This hairy little plant with 5 pointy petals is native to the Mediterranean region and is both edible and medicinal
This species includes varieties called bok choy, napa cabbage, turnip, rapini, and totsoi
This low-growing plant looks, smells, and tastes like onion and is served in US cuisine