#botany

Tomatillos are actually fruits, although they are often mistaken for vegetables. They are part of the nightshade family and are related to tomatoes....    Read more

Plant hormones play a critical role in regulating growth and development of plants. There are five major types of plant hormones: auxins, cytokinins,...    Read more

A habanero pepper is actually a fruit. More specifically, it is a type of berry. In botanical terms, a fruit is defined as the mature ovary of a...    Read more

Despite its spiky exterior and its common use in savory dishes, pineapple is actually a fruit! Botanically speaking, fruits are the mature ovaries of...    Read more

Cherry tomatoes are scientifically classified as fruits, not vegetables. In botany, a fruit is defined as the mature ovary of a flowering plant that...    Read more

Plant cells are complex and varied, with different types of cells serving different functions. The various types of plant cells play an important...    Read more

Red cabbage is a vegetable and not a fruit. While some people may confuse it with a fruit due to its vibrant and attractive color, the red cabbage is...    Read more

Snap pea pods are technically fruits as they develop from the ovary of a flower and contain seeds. However, they are commonly referred to as a...    Read more

The largest flower in North America is the Corpse Flower (Amorphophallus titanum). It is also known as the titan arum and is native to the...    Read more

Radishes are vegetables.Radishes are root vegetables, which means they grow underground and are usually eaten raw or cooked. They are known for their...    Read more