Rooted: A Plant Podcast

This week we dig in to a summer fruit so sweet it inspired fan fiction in the Middle Ages- Strawberry. Looking for more Rooted Content?  ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out our corner of the internet ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ! You'll find our transcripts, show notes, and so much more. *Disclaimer- This content is for entertainment purposes only. I am just a lady who likes plants, which in no way qualifies me to give you advice on wel...

Did Little Shop of Horrors have a point? Should we be feeding our plants blood? Today, we're finally getting to the bottom of whether or not you should be exploring this alternative form of fertilizing. Looking for more Rooted Content?  ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out our corner of the internet ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ! You'll find our transcripts, show notes, and so much more. *Disclaimer- This content is for entertainment...

This week we're bringing you witches, and bagpipes, and spirits...oh my! That's right, we're talking cherry. Sources:  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cherry https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zyklon_B https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hydrogen_cyanide https://www.almanac.com/plant/cherries https://yardandgarden.extension.iastate.edu/faq/do-i-need-plant-more-one-cherry-tree-pollination-and-fruit-...

Summer WHAT? Summerween! it's happening this week, and to celebrate we're digging into the plant of honor- Watermelon. We're talking botany brain-busters, sea sick sons, blood sucking berries and so much more Looking for more Rooted Content?  ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out our corner of the internet ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ! You'll find our transcripts, show notes, and so much more. *Disclaimer- This content is for...

Not to brag, but this week's episode kind of has everything- from bisexual icons to the gangreen gang, we're covering a LOT of ground. Be sure to tune into our episode on Trillium wherever you like to listen. Looking for more Rooted Content?  ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out our corner of the internet ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ! You'll find our transcripts, show notes, and so much more. *Disclaimer- This content is for ente...

In this episode we're diving in to a midsummer favorite sure to leave you glowing- Calendula. If you're into Sun, Stews, or Skincare, you'll want to tune in. Looking for more Rooted Content?  ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out our corner of the internet ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ! You'll find our transcripts, show notes, and so much more. *Disclaimer- This content is for entertainment purposes only. I am just a lady who l...

To celebrate the last few days of mental health awareness month, we're taking a color look many have turned to in times of struggle- St. John's Wort. if you're into weird coincidences, love spells, the gory side of flowers, or weird plant things, you're in the right place. Sources: https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/st-johns-wort https://www.mayoclinic.org/drugs-supplements-st-johns-...

All things on this show GROW, but this week we're digging in to some that glow. Whether last week's episode got you curious, or you've just always been a fan of brilliant botanicals, this one's for you! Looking for more Rooted Content?  ⁠⁠ Check out our corner of the internet ⁠⁠ ! You'll find our transcripts, show notes, and so much more. *Disclaimer- This content is for entert...

This week we're back with a brand new cherry flavor, this time thanks to a flashy floral friend filling raised beds and hanging baskets all over right now- Petunia. Sources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Petunia https://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2022/Q1/new-and-improved-cherry-flavor-courtesy-of-the-petunia-flower.html https://lumbyvalleytimes.ca/the-petunia/ Looking for more Rooted Con...

This week we're back from the woods and digging into a weedy favorite that might just make you pee your pants- Dandelion. Sources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Taraxacum https://thepracticalherbalist.com/advanced-herbalism/dandelion-history-folklore-myth-and-magic/ https://www.icysedgwick.com/dandelions-folklore/ https://www.learnreligions.com/dandelion-magic-and-folklore-4588986 https://chan...

This week we're focusing in on some of the folktales that made me want to start the show. We'll skip out on the science a bit, so you can think of this one as a spring break of sorts. If you like fronds, friends, and fiendish foot races, you'll really dig this one. Looking for more Rooted Content?  ⁠⁠ Check out our corner of the internet ⁠⁠ ! You'll find our transcripts, show notes...

Welcome back to another week of peaking behind the curtain and into my brain as I subject you to another internet deep dive! This time we dig into animals that can get their food from the sun- whether it's algae in their guts OR a strongly held belief that quarter pounders don't count as food. If you like cults, cuties, and learning about weird things nature has figured out, you'll hav...

This week We're digging into another iconic springtime flower- Hyacinth. If you like the episodes heavy on the lore and a little less heavy on the chemistry, this one's for you! Sources:  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hyacinth_(mythology) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hyacinth# https://hort.extension.wisc.edu/articles/grape-hyacinth-muscari-armeniacum/ https://www.patheos.com/blogs/voodoou...

Welcome back to another week! This time we're covering a spring favorite you're probably seeing allll over right now- from landscaping to fancy toast, pansy is pretty much the talk of the town this season! If you like episodes heavy on the lore and floral fun facts, you'll really dig what we've got going on in this one. Sources: https://www.uaex.uada.edu/counties/white/news/horticu...

If you were to mix the Flying Spaghetti Monster and Edward Cullen, you'd end up with this week's plant. Equal parts fascinating and freaky, this is one you won't want to miss! Looking for more Rooted Content?  ⁠⁠ Check out our corner of the internet ⁠⁠ ! You'll find our transcripts, show notes, and so much more. *Disclaimer- This content is for entertainment purposes only. I am jus...

This week we’re digging into cosmetic turned conspirator- Belladonna. If empowered ladies, wacky medical history, ancient makeup, or valkyries are your vibe, you won't want to miss this one. Looking for more Rooted Content?  ⁠⁠ Check out our corner of the internet ⁠⁠ ! You'll find our transcripts, show notes, and so much more. *Disclaimer- This content is for entertainment purposes only. I...

This week we're trying something a little less...structured? We're digging in to a fictional plant featured in everything from Silent Hill to the Necronomicon. We thought it would be fun to do this one a little off book, so this week you'll do the research with me. It's a little chattier than normal, but hopefully a good time! Looking for more Rooted Content?  ⁠⁠ Check out our corn...

In this remastered episode we dig into in to Henbane- the plant used for everything from a cure for motion sickness to poisoning your brother. If you've ever been curious about why witches ride on brooms, or what the heck is supposed to be around all those Ancient Grecian's necks, this episode is for you.  Sources:  ⁠https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hyoscyamus_niger⁠ ⁠https://sites.evergreen....

This week we’re digging into the bitterly sour contradiction of the citrus world- grapefruit! If you like botanical bafflement, medical mind-benders, and wild victorian displays of wealth, you’ll want to tune in. Meet Mocktails and Mixtapes Grapefruit Mocktail Spotify playlist Looking for more Rooted content? Head to our website for transcripts, bonus content, merch, and more! Sources:  https://ww...

This week we're digging in to a well known favorite you're likely to stumble upon in cosmetic isles and chilly hikes alike- Witch Hazel. Looking for more Rooted Content?  ⁠⁠ Check out our corner of the internet ⁠⁠ ! You'll find our transcripts, show notes, and so much more. *Disclaimer- This content is for entertainment purposes only. I am just a lady who likes plants, which in no way...

In this remastered episode, we dig deep into roses. With a colorful history and bright future, it's no wonder this flower is a favorite of gardener's and scientists alike. If you like ancient scandal, folklore, or archaic enema methods, this episode is for you!  We also put together a playlist of all our vaguely love-related episodes, which you can check out here. Sources: ⁠https://www.app...

Ever get the sense you’re being watched on a walk? Well, it just might be this week’s focus- Baneberry, aka Doll Eyes. This North American Native is sure to fill you with dread and delight. Sources:  https://mdc.mo.gov/discover-nature/field-guide/white-baneberry-dolls-eyes https://www.thegypsythread.org/dolls-eyes-watching/ https://www.wildflower.org/plants/result.php?id_plant=acpa https://extensi...

In this episode we dig deep into a beautiful bloom that's more hardy than it looks- Hellebore. Between it's own personal variety of Black Death and it's...creative use in times of war, I think it will have you under it's spell in no time. Sources: https://www.patheos.com/blogs/poisonersapothecary/2018/06/11/the-court-of-helleborus-a-collection-of-hellebore-lore/ https://www.tessela...

This week we dig into another underdog and symbol of a nation- Edelweiss! If Goblins, die-hard romantic gestures, and historical stories of strength are your thing, you”ll really dig this episode! Looking for more Rooted Content?  ⁠⁠ Check out our corner of the internet ⁠⁠ ! You'll find our transcripts, show notes, and so much more. *Disclaimer- This content is for entertainment purposes only....

We're back with another episode! This week we're going back to our roots with Datura-a plant so powerful, it's said to wake the dead.. If you're into zombie origins, witchcraft, and plants that can cause hallucinations, you'll really dig this episode! Looking for more Rooted Content?  ⁠⁠ Check out our corner of the internet ⁠⁠ ! You'll find our transcripts, show notes, and...