Summer won't officially start until June 20, but Texas pests might have missed the memo. Insects and arachnids have started ...

Yet, without checking, you could be unwittingly planting species that are illegal to grow in Texas – and other nearby states.

No gardener wants to spend time and energy on their vegetable patch, only for pests to destroy the crop. Plant these flowers ...

According to the USDA, ingestion of the plant is “frequently fatal” for livestock. In fact, sheep can reportedly be poisoned ...

A highly toxic plant, which can be deadly if ingested, is spreading rapidly across the United States. Poison hemlock (or Conium maculatum) is about to flower in Tennessee, according to the ...

The long, reddish stalks of the rhubarb plant are perfectly safe to consume and can even be eaten raw despite their tart taste. The leaves, however, should be avoided as they contain toxic ...

Always wash up with soap and water as soon as possible if contacting any part of the living or dead poison ivy plant – leaves, stem, roots or fruits. More than half of Americans are sensitive and ...

The Snake Plant, aka Sansevieria, is the go-to choice for forgetful plant parents. It has a sleek appearance and doesn’t require constant care as its sword-like leaves store water. Even if your room ...

We are at a critical time and supporting climate journalism is more important than ever. Science News and our parent organization, the Society for Science, need your help to strengthen ...

They examined leaves from native plants and crop vegetables like maize ... Studies suggest they can trigger inflammation, carry toxic chemicals, and potentially interfere with the gut microbiome ...