Tag: use of plants
Cuy, is part of the culture, history, mythology, folklore and every day life, of Peruvians from time immemorial. This small rodent is… read more
The story of how cocoa and chocolate was first discovered and then spread to all of the major countries on Earth is… read more
Discover mythology, history and traditional medicinal use of Omani Frankincense Hojari, once and today. Oman is permeated with frankincense, so prevalent that… read more
Visiting South America, we have often been invited to share a mate, by friendly and curious locals. Having a mate or terere means… read more
Discover legends, myth, history and folklore of the potato plant in Bolivia and its use in traditional Andean culture. Growing wild as… read more
Discover legends, myths and folklore of the coconut palm tree and its use in traditional Indian culture. Oral literature abounds with proverbs,… read more
While doing a Panchakarma in Kerala, India we witness how Annapurṇa – The kitchen goddess – got a temple in the new… read more
The story of how coffee was first discovered and then spread to all of the major countries on Earth is a fascinating… read more
Discover legends and folklore of the Frangipani – Plumeria in India, and its use in traditional Indian culture. According to Hindus, Buddhists… read more
Discover legends, myths and folklore of the banana tree in India and its use in Indian culture. Offering and prayers to the… read more
Discover legend, myth and folklore of the Bodhi or Ashwattha tree in India and its use in Indian culture. The Ashwattha is… read more
Discover the Aymara legend, history and folklore of the quinoa in Peru and its use in traditional culture. For millions quinoa is… read more
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Discover legends, myths and folklore of the Banyan tree in India and its use in traditional Indian culture. As Kalpavriksha or Banyan… read more
The story of how tea was first discovered and then spread to all of the major countries on Earth is a fascinating… read more
The story of rice and how it was first discovered and then spread to all of the major countries on Earth is… read more
Discover the history, myths and legends of the Indian rice dishes like Khichri, Byriani, Kheer- Dosa & Idlly. Try some recipe and… read more
There are many myths, legends and much folklore about rice. Gods or goddesses gave rice to humans and taught them how to… read more
There are many myths, legends and much folklore about the mother goddess of fertility and rice in India. Goddesses like Lakshmi, Gauri… read more
