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rootbound

Steve Ellington

A podcast about plants for when you’re stuck inside.

leisure home & garden

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episode 058: The Franklin Tree and Southern Beech

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2023/02/07

On episode 058 we learn about the founder of America’s first botanic garden. Then, Andrew shares the mystery of a tree that is found in that botanic garden. Steve shares about beech trees that aren’t really beech trees. Finally, discussion of extinction in the wild and other species threat levels.Show Notes!Bartram’s GardenBartram’s Boxes Historical MarkerFranklinia – a Horticultural MysteryPondering a botanical enigma of the lost FrankliniaFranklinia Series: Finding Franklinia alatamaha (Part

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episode 057: Hydrangea and Bluebonnet

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2023/01/31

On episode 57 of rootbound, we take the highway to the USDA Hardiness Zones. Then Genevieve tells us about a boastful flower that doesn’t have petals. Steve talks about little blue flowers, children’s books and the wrong side of the law. Finally, Steve discusses pretty flowers along the road.Show Notes!History of Plant Hardiness Zone MapsThe official USDA Hardiness Zone Map30 Facts You Need to Know If You Love HydrangeasOak-leaf hydrangea, Alabama's State WildflowerTexas State FlowerThe Texas

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episode 056: Corn Plant and Parlor Palm

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2023/01/24

Plants with names. Then Hilary tells us about Sandy the Corn Plant which is not corn. Steve shares about a palm he encountered in his living room and in the jungles of Guatemala. The Senator - Bald CypressGeneral Sherman - Giant SequoiaUncle Fester and Morticia - Titan ArumsWhy It’s So Important That I Give My Plants a NameThe very specific rules for naming your houseplants, according to scientistsDracaena FragansCorn Plant at Houseplantexpert.comChamaedorea elegansThe story of the Parlor

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episode 055: Winter!

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2023/01/17

It is the winter special of rootbound! It might not seem like there is much to talk about plants and winter but that’s not the case. Steve, Karla and Anwesha talk about plants, holidays, hot chocolate and a lot more. They are also joined by mostly silent guests Trin and Mugsy.Show Notes!Hazy Shade of Winter on WikipediaThe National Phenology NetworkHot Chocolate on WikipediaWhy Do We Decorate With Holly at Christmas?Winter Plants: The Magic of MistletoePoinsettias at ChristmasWhy do we have

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episode 054: Sphagnum Moss and American Sycamore

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2023/01/10

First some spore talk. Then Sarah talks about the role moss in combatting climate change. Steve talks about some really big trees. Finally, Steve talks about climate change some more.Show Notes!This video explains moss reproduction way better than I didSphagnum Moss WikipediaWhat is Peat - International Peatland SocietyPeatlands and Climate ChangeWhat are ‘zombie fires’ and are they becoming more common?Blood Magic: A History of Menstruation - The Exploress PodcastTangled history of the European

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episode 053: Rosemary and Parsley

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2023/01/03

First, all about Garnishes! Including three lesser know garnishes! Then Arif explains about rosemary and some chemistry you should not try at home. Steve talks about the every present sprig on plates. Finally, Steve goes to Scarborough Fair.Show Notes!Etymology of GarnishLe Répertoire de la Cusine by Gringoire and Saulnier (direct link to garnish page)Etymology of RosemaryHistory of RosemaryRosemary essential oil and its componentsHomemade steam distillation of rosemaryParsley: An Understated

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episode 052: Mixed Greens no. 2

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2022/12/27

One year of rootbound! rootbound is not public radio, but you can get a totebag. Then a mixed greens episode of the show with many topics including bear leek, anti-capitalist fruit and artificial inteligence poetry! Show Notes!Support rootbound on PatreonIerburi Uitate on InstragramCoat of Arms of MexicoEight Line Poem by David BowiePaw Paw on Atlas ObscuraHow to never have a serious poison ivy rash againMeadow Sweet ApiariesHow to Make Apple JackPoems about Daisies written by artificial

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episode 51: Dioscorea elephantipes and Purslane

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2022/12/20

Definition of a caudex. Then Alyssa shares a plant that actually makes steve gasp! Then Steve shares about yet another edible weed. Finally, a reading from the bible of salad.Show Notes!What is a caudex?Alyssa’s excellent piece on succulentsDioscorea elephantipes on wikipediaSome more great pictures and info on Dioscorea elephantipesUnusual Seeds on Etsy (where Alyssa got her seeds)The Cactus Store in L.A.Weed Society of America page on PurslaneCommon purslane: a source of omega-3 fatty acids and

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episode 050: Thread-leaved Sundew and Venus Flytrap

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2022/12/13

Episode 050 is the first carnivorous plant episode! First, Charles Darwin and Crabs. Then Tea shares about growing a sticky plant and Steve shares about the most classic of carnivorous plants. Finally, a discussion of mean green mother from outer space and diegesis. Show Notes!Insectivorous Plants by Charles DarwinWhy Does Evolution Keep Turning Everything Into CrabsDrosera filiformis on carnivorous plant resourceIntroduction to thread leaf sundewsFly Traps Can Count!Watch a Venus flytrap glow in

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episode 049: Herb-Paris and White Oak

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2022/12/06

What is a primary forest? Then Ben tells us about a plant that has something to say about the forests of Sweden. Steve talks about making bacon from acorns. In the end, a tribute to a special tree.Show Notes!What are Primary Forests and Why Should We Protect Them?Sweden’s Six Major Habitat TypesParis Quadrifolia on wikipediaParis Quadrifolia on Worldspecies.orgHow unsustainable is Sweden’s forest industry?Quercus Alba on WikipediaWhy Does Bourbon Have to Be Aged in New Oak Barrels?Making Bacon Out

episode 048: Aloe Vera and Carolina Horsenettle

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2022/11/29

Juicy plants. Then Adarsh of Aloe shares about the plant that inspired his community name. Then Steve shares yet another weed in his yard. Finally, Steve talks about dinosaurs from outer space for some reason. Show Notes!How Succulents Took Over Instagram—and Then the WorldAloe, the climate action communityAloe, the plantWhy the ancient Egyptians called Aloe Vera the plant of immortality Horsenettle on virginiawildflowers.orgSolanine on Wikipedia9 things you need to know about koalasSign up for the

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episode 047: Autumn Olive and Spicebush

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2022/11/22

Shrub! Bush! Subshrub? Then, Michael makes up a fun and more accurate name for a shrub with sweet berries. Then Steve talks about a shrub with spicy berries. Finally, another shrub fact.Show Notes!What is the difference between a Shrub and a Bush?Autumn Olive: Your Invasive. Seedy NeighborIdentifying and Foraging Autumn OliveAutumn Olives - The Invasive SuperberrySpicebush on Atlas ObscuraHow to make Spicebush TeaSpicebush Berries from Weird Fruit ExplorerShrub on Atlas ObscuraThe Wild Edible World

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episode 046: Honeysuckle and Bermuda Grass

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2022/11/15

What is an invasive species? Then Reena discusses a childhood memory and Steve goes on a bee tangent. Later Steve shares about a weed, football and hinduism. Finally, Anwesha shares another childhood memory.Show Notes!National Invasive Species Information CenterExecutive Order 13112 - Invasive SpeciesInvasive Species Definition Clarification and GuidanceHoneysuckle on WikipediaHoneysuckle facts for kidsControl Honeysuckle While Using It to Your BenefitHoneysuckle - Addison GraceBartender’s Guide to

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episode 045: Prickly Pear and Teddy Bear Cholla

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2022/11/08

Cactuses! Cacti? This episode has the first two Cactuses… Cacti covered on rootbound! Steve goes over some cactus basics. Then, Wil shares about a pointy but tasty cactus. Steve shares about a pointier and less tasty variety. Finally, Steve takes a nostalgia trip to an auto repair shop in the desert.Show Notes!Cactus on WikipediaCAM Plants on WikipediaOpuntia on WikipediaPrickly Pear Cactus: Flowers, Fruit and ShelterEating Cactus: Prickly Pear for FoodCactus CandySix Things You Didn’t Know About

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episode 044: Fall!

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2022/11/01

It is the fall special! Rebecca, Karla and Steve talk plants and fall including pumpkins, figs, leaves and more! Plus the podcasting premiere of a special guest!Show Notes!Fall on WikipediaAutumn: Frost CountryVivaldi’s Four SeasonsIt’s the Great Pumpkin Charlie BrownFamily Farm in AutumnHow Jack O’Lanterns Originated in Irish MythWhy leaves fall — and the good deeds they doWhy Fall Colors Are Different in U.S. and EuropeIs burning wood for power carbon-neutral? Not a chanceList of Quercus

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Episode 043: Spanish Moss and Frost Aster

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2022/10/25

Thinking about Moss. Then Stefan shares about a magical plant that is not moss. Steve shares about a beautiful weed that sound like a man’s name. Finally, a poem. This week’s guest on rootbound is Stefan Lessard, bassist for the Dave Matthews BandShow Notes!Wikipedia page for MossVascular PlantsSpanish Moss, ‘The Swampy Cousin Of The Pineapple’The Facts about Spanish MossTillandsia usneoides: An Indicator to Air PollutionSpanish Moss Was Used for Bedding, PackingIdentification of

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Episode 042: Hyacinth and Apple

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2022/10/18

Some vocabulary for the first time in a while. Steve refines his understanding of a word. Then Rachael shares her favorite flower which is definitely worth deep sniff. Steve exposes a secret about himself and talks about making alcohol again. Finally, some blooping.Show Notes!Inflorescence on WikipediaTypes of inflorescence Hyacinth on WikipediaAre Hyacinths Poisonous? (yes)All about HyacinthsHyacinth in Greek MythologyWhy is it called Apple?Want To Grow An Apple Tree? Don’t Start With Apple

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episode 041: Soybean!

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2022/10/11

This week we have another special episode! Ryan explains how he almost broke the show and then shares dazzling details about the soybean. Then Steve talks more about the soybean and Bob Dylan. Finally, Steve eats some special soybeans. Warning: If you don’t like mouth noises, skip the final segment.Show Notes!Soybean wikipediaStatue of Liberty Goes Green with SoySoy PunsProduction of Soybean in the U.S.Homemade Natto by Natto DadBob Dylan - Love Sick (Grammys 1998 & “Soy Bomb”

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episode 040: Agave and Scuppernong

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2022/10/04

The density of dazzling details delivered by our guest is through the roof this episode! Kristina gives us the facts on agave and its myriad uses. Steve talks about a grape with a fun name. Finally, Steve makes more booze.Show Notes!Agave on WikipediaXerophyte on WikipediaMonocarpic on WikipediaMaking paper from AgaveHow mezcal is madeHow tequila is madePulque - The sacred Mexican drink of the Aztecs10 uses for agave you probably didn’t knowThe History and Domestication of AgaveScuppernong Grapes

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episode 039: Okra and American Persimmon

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2022/09/27

This week we check back in with Jill from episode 033 who shares a plant-based animal fact and then Steve tells a lame joke. Then Kathy shares her passion for okra, how to grow it, how to eat it, etc. Steve talks about another rotting fruit. Finally, Jill pops back in with another fun plant-based animal fact.Show Notes!Koalas Eat Toxic Leaves to Survive — Now Scientists Know HowOkra on wikipediaAnthocyanin on wikipedia40 Okra Recipes That Prove It's Not Just for GumboDiospyros Virginiana on

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