By Ify Mgbemena Watermelon, with its juicy, sweet flesh, is a summertime favorite for many people. But beyond its refreshing taste, there’s a lot more...
“Bitter leaf, scientifically known as Vernonia amygdalina, thrives in the tropical regions of Africa, belonging to the Asteraceae family. Its defining characteristic is its bitter...
BY IFY MGBEMENA Fluted pumpkin, also known as “ugu” leaves, originates from West Africa, particularly Nigeria. Its scientific name is Telfairia occidentalis. This leafy vegetable...
BY IFY MGBEMENA The Shea tree (Vitellaria paradoxa) is native to the African continent, primarily found in the savannah regions of West and Central Africa....
BY IFY MGBEMENA Sesame seeds are tiny, oil-rich seeds that have been cultivated for thousands of years for their culinary and medicinal properties. They come...
By Ify Mgbemena Our world is full of animals that are wondrous and amazing! These fascinating creatures have certain adaptations that may seem strange to...
By Ify Mgbemena Walnuts are the seeds of the fruit that grows on the walnut tree, belonging to the Juglandaceae family. The tree, scientifically known...