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Every year, I come across photos of birds in people’s yards with no feathers on their head that are posted online. Seeing this baldness, which makes songbirds resemble little vultures, can be quite frightening! Why do birds lose their head feathers? Is this something to be concerned about, or is it normal? Let’s find out … Read more
A succulent, not a cactus, the firestick plant (pencil cactus or Euphorbia tirucalli) The firestick plant is also known as pencil cactus, stick cactus, fire plant, pencil plant, and “sticks on fire,” according to photos. The succulent has orangey-red stems that appear to be on fire, with clumps of pencil-like stems. The flamestick plant (Euphorbiaceae) … Read more
Peace lilies, also known as Spathiphyllum, are a favorite indoor blooming plant because of their beautiful white spathe flowers. This plant has large glossy green leaves and long flowering stems that make it a popular choice for indoor gardening. Peace lilies thrive in low light and shade, making them ideal for any room in your … Read more
Yucca elephantipes—Stick yucca, also known as spineless yucca, is a cane-stemmed plant with sword-shaped leaves that grows in clumps. In hot, arid climates, yuca plants grow outdoors. Because of its soft palm-like foliage, medium growth, and ease of care, the Yucca elephantipes is an ideal tree like houseplant. How to care for Yucca Elephantipes: In bright … Read more
The Candelabra cactus (Euphorbia trigona or Euphorbia cactus) is a succulent rather than a genuine cactus species. This plant is a tall-growing branching succulent that is also known as the African milk tree. The central stalk of this cactus-like succulent is leafy and branches lift upward. Thorns and tiny oval-shaped leaves cover the stems’ crests. … Read more