Thoughtful Thursday
“Each time we think we can’t handle the difficulties of life throws at us, we find a bit more strength within ourselves, proving that we are capable of overcoming more than we imagine”
Think Like A Plant
A personal blog of a plant lover
Think Like A Plant
A personal blog of a plant lover
Berberis (Chutro): Native Wild Fruit of Nepal
In Nepal, the plant is widely called as Chutro, Kirmada in far west parts, Chautari in western parts and Daruharidra is also commonly used name in medicinal and Ayurvedic contexts.
Katus (Castanopsis hystrix): Indigenous Chestnut Tree of Nepal
Katus is an evergreen tree that can grow up to 30 m tall. It belongs to the Fagaceae family, which includes oaks and chestnuts.
Bhakimlo: Native fruit with health benefits
Bhakimlo is more than just a wild fruit of hills. It is a centuries-old medicinal powerhouse that continues to support indigenous communities.
Angeri (Osbeckia nepalensis): Wonderful wild fruit of Himalayas
It is a medicinal shrub gaining scientific recognition for its traditional antidiabetic properties. It has other names across Asian continent
Amaro / Amaaro: Wild fruit with distinct taste and health benefits
Amaro is a versatile, culturally significant tree that nourishes both body and community. Its sour fruits, medicinal properties, and ecological role make it a true gem of Nepal’s hills and Asia’s forests.
El Niño: Why It Means Less Rain for the Indian Subcontinent
El Niño happens when the trade winds (winds that normally blow from east to west along the equator) become weak or even reverse its direction.
Siplikan / Sliplikan (Crateva unilocularis): The Nutritious Medicinal Tree Vegetable
Do you know about a shrub that doesn’t just provide shade, but also serves up dinner and fills your medicine cabinet? That is Crateva unilocularis, a remarkable deciduous plant known casually as the Spider Tree or, quite literally in Chinese,…
Look around you, Nature is the therapy you need
The gentle rustle of plant leaves in kitchen garden, rhythmic movement of butterfly and other insects, the vast silence of nature, reducing stress hormones like cortisol while boosting serotonin and endorphins through fresh air, sunlight, and physical movement. Studies from ecopsychology highlight how simple walks in green spaces lower anxiety, improve mood, and enhance mindfulness, allowing the mind to unwind and reconnect with the earth's unhurried rhythm.
24 Local wild fruits of Nepal: Identification & conservation
Nepal is rich in plant diversity. There are lots of wild and indigenous fruits found in Nepal.
Exhausted Pollinators: A Hardworking Nature Troops
A quiet bee resting on a flower might be more than just a peaceful moment—it could be exhausted. Explore why pollinators get tired and how you can make a small but meaningful difference in their survival.
Chamomile: A versatile medicinal herb
Chamomile is a daisy like flowering herb of Asteraceae family which has been cherished for centuries in traditional medicine and ayurveda.
🐞Cicadas: The forest rockstar – Life cycle, habitat and facts
During summer times forests echo with a loud buzzing sound, which you are witnessing the performance of nature’s forest rockstar—the cicada. This fascinating insect is known for its powerful sound, long underground life, and sudden mass emergence. 🐞 What Are…
Flowers and Quotes
“A flower cannot blossom without sunshine, and a man cannot live without love.” – Max Muller
23 Most Popular Fruits of Nepal
Here are some common popular fruits of Nepal along with their common, scientific and local Nepali names. 1. Apple Common Name: Apple Scientific Name: Malus domestica Family: Rosaceae Local/Nepali Name: Syau / स्याउ 2. Apricot Common Name: Apricot Scientific Name:…
Garden of Zinnia
In ancient times, zinnia was considered as ugly flower and Spanish named it as “mal de ojos” which means sickness of the eye. I don’t know why they named it like that, because zinnias are the most elegant flower I…
Flowers of Nepal
Here is the list of most common flowers that are found in Nepal. 1. Rose Scientific Name: Rosa spp. Common Name: Rose Nepali Name: Gulab (गुलाब) Family: Rosaceae 2. Marigold Scientific Name: Tagetes erecta Common Name: African Marigold Nepali Name: Sayapatri (सयपत्री)…
Prey & Predator
The world consisted of predators and prey. You were either hunting or running – Charlene Weir
Drop of Water
” When the well is dry, we know the worth of water ” – Benjamin Franklin