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Engineer Quits Job to Grow Gerbera Flowers; Earns Rs 18 Lakh, Creates Jobs for Hundreds

By Anandewangan@ Monday, February 28, 2022

Engineer Quits Job to Grow Gerbera Flowers; Earns Rs 18 Lakh, Creates Jobs for Hundreds A fter completing his B Tech, Abhinav Singh accepted a job offer from Microsoft and later moved to England to live a comfortable life. But after a while, he realised that despite having all the comforts a luxurious life has to offer he missed being close to his family and friends. “I used to travel across Europe and party on the weekends. It was quite like a dream but even though I felt happy I never felt accomplished,” he says. Realising that his heart was always back home, he moved back to India in 2015. While working at Microsoft’s office in Gurgaon for almost a year, Abhinav knew what he wanted to do next. So, along with visiting his family back in Varanasi, he did his research on taking up agriculture as a profession. “Our family has been into agriculture for generations, except for my father. We had a few acres of ancestral farmland at Chilbila, our native village in Azamgarh, Uttar Pr

Himalayan red Buransh flowers useful against SARS-Cov-2 viruses: study

By Anandewangan@ Thursday, January 20, 2022

Himalayan red Buransh flowers useful against SARS-Cov-2 viruses: study Encouraging results emerged later from the red Rhododendron arboreum, locally popular as Buransh, which was taken up for further analysis. Dr Sunil said, “A combination of phytochemical profiling, computer simulations and in vitro antiviral assays showed that extracts from the Buransh petals inhibited the replication of the Covid-19 virus in a dose-dependent manner.” A group of biologists at Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) – Mandi has claimed to have stumbled upon a Himalayan flowering tree possessing antiviral properties with a potential to be used in the treatment against SARS-CoV2 . “We had some knowledge about the medicinal plants and started documenting phytochemical molecules of rare and endangered plants growing in the Himalayas. Initially, the idea was to create a library which will be useful for future therapeutic purposes, food industry, nutrition purposes, etc. But it was during the 2020 lockdown

130-million-year-old flower bud found in China could solve Charles Darwin's 'abominable mystery'

By Anandewangan@ Wednesday, January 19, 2022

130-million-year-old flower bud found in China could solve Charles Darwin's 'abominable mystery' The ancient plant, named Florigerminis jurassica, is described has having woody branches with nodes, an area on the stem where buds are located, physically connected fruit and a flower bud that ends on the branch. English naturalist Charles Darwin and the world's oldest fossilised flower found in China. English naturalist Charles Darwin--best known for his work on the evolution of science--had one 'abominable mystery' when it came to deciphering the evolution of flowering plants. A recent discovery of a 130-million-year-old fossilized flower bud found in China may, however, solve this mystery. The fossil includes a leafy branch, physically connected fruit and flower bud, which suggests angiosperms (plants that has flowers and produces seed) were present in the Jurassic period (201.3 million to 145 million years ago). This specimen, which is the oldest on reco

Chennai: Flowers, veggies end up in trash at Koyambedu

By Anandewangan@ Tuesday, November 09, 2021

Chennai: Flowers, veggies end up in trash at Koyambedu Tonnes of unsold Chrysanthemum flowers dumped at Koyambedu flower market turn into a seat for the neighbourhood watch dog. CHENNAI: About 75 tonnes of flowers and vegetables went to waste at the wholesale market in Koyambedu follwing poor demand. While the wholesale market received an excess of chrysanthemum on the eve of Diwali, continuous rain and low footfall led to wastage of the flower . The number of flowers and vegetables that got rotten was also high, compared to other days. According to market sources, the Koyambedu market received collectively about 900 tonnes of chrysanthemums on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, after prices of the flower spiralled on Wednesday. S Mookaiah, president of Chennai Koyambedu Flower Traders Association said the rate of chrysanthemum increased to nearly 30 on the eve of Diwali. "The price hike crea

Saffron Flowers: कश्मीर में खिले केसर के फूल, अद्भुत नज़ारे को देखने पर्यटकों में दिखा उत्साह

By Anandewangan@ Tuesday, November 09, 2021

Saffron Flowers: कश्मीर में खिले केसर के फूल, अद्भुत नज़ारे को देखने पर्यटकों में दिखा उत्साह केसर के खिले फूलों के इस अद्भुत नज़ारे का आकर्षण कुछ ऐसा है कि चाहने वाले कश्मीर पहुंच ही रहे हैं और केसर के फूलों का स्पर्श अपने हाथों पर महसूस करते नजर आ रहे हैं. आज कल कश्मीर में कुदरत का एक अद्भुत नज़ारा देखने को मिल रहा है. जो अगले दस दिनों में समाप्त हो जाएगा. कश्मीर के पाम्पोर की घाटी में इस समय पूरे जोबन में खिले केसर के फूल जिस को देखने के लिए लोग बेसब्री से इंतज़ार करते है पर इस बार बेमौसम बर्फबारी और बारिश के चलते केसर के फूल कुछ कम खिले है पर उम्मीद है कि मौसम में सुधार के साथ यह कमी भी पूरी हो जाएगी. यह है श्रीनगर से 22 कि. दूर बसे पाम्पोर के खुश्क मैदान जहां पर कोई भी फल, सब्जी या अनाज नहीं उगता. इस अभिशाप के बदले कुदरत ने इस इलाके को अपने सब से हसीं तोफ्हे से नवाजा है. यह तोहफा है दुनिया का सब से महंगा फूल- केसर. जो आज कल अपने पूरे जोबन में यहां पर खिले हुए हैं पर इस बार अक्टूबर के महीने में ही हुई बर्फबारी और बारिश के कारण केसर की पैदावार में 25 प्रतिशत की कमी आई है पर फिलहाल

How to Grow and Care for Garden Roses

By Anandewangan@ Monday, October 25, 2021

How to Grow and Care for Garden Roses When it's thick, healthy and emerald green, your lawn is one of the most inviting parts of your home landscape. But when your turf is brown and sickly due to pest invasion, it quickly loses its appeal. Learning about the various pests that threaten your grass – and then arming yourself with an effective treatment plan – will help ensure your lawn stays healthy and beautiful. Selecting the Right Roses Roses come in many different types. Success starts with choosing roses that suit your goals. Some roses, such as modern “hybrid tea" types, need mild climates, more attention and extra protection to survive winters. Classic florist-type roses fall in this category. Hardy, shrub-type roses withstand cold much better, require less attention and need little protection. From delicate buds to big, voluptuous blossoms, they're just as beautiful as other types and often have showy fall rosehips, too. Roses also differ significantly in fragrance

The rarest of rare blooms! Neelakurinji flowers blossom in Karnataka after 12 years

By Anandewangan@ Wednesday, October 20, 2021

The rarest of rare blooms! Neelakurinji flowers blossom in Karnataka after 12 years Karnataka's Mandalapatti hills are blossoming with the blue Neelakurinji flowers, which blooms once every 12 years. A few photos of a rare type of flower wowed people after they were shared on social media platforms. The pictures have been shared on Twitter by news agency ANI . While sharing the photos, they also posted a small yet descriptive caption. "Neelakurinji flowers, which bloom once every 12 years, seen at Mandalapatti hill in Kodagu district," they wrote. Karnataka | Neelakurinji flowers, which bloom once every 12 years, seen at Mandalapatti hill in Kodagu district. pic.twitter.com/DgpZaYoFQI — ANI (@ANI) August 18, 2021 Powered by @AnandDewangan

Sunflower

By Anandewangan@ Sunday, October 10, 2021

Sunflower The botanical name is Helianthus. The Greek word “helios” means sun and “anthos” means flower. It is aptly named after the sun which it resembles. Description Sunflowers have a large flower head, usually with a large, almost black central part which is made up of thousands of tiny florets that later become seeds set in a spiral pattern. The petals are typically bright yellow, although some varieties are orange or red. Its stem is rough and hairy while the leaves large and rough with coarse jagged edges. Sunflowers typically grow to between one and a half and three and a half metres, with some giant variants reaching up to eight metres. Habitat Helianthus originated in the Americas, where Native Americans grew it for years as a source of food. In line with its original habitat, it requires hot and dry conditions to thrive. Availability Sunflower seeds should be sown in fertile, moist, well-drained soil that contains heavy mulch. They need full sun to grow properly and develo

Sedum

By Anandewangan@ Sunday, October 10, 2021

Sedum Sedums are varieties of perennial flowering herbs and shrubs commonly known as stonecrops. They are abundant in the northern hemisphere and its small, usually pink flowers are known to attract butterflies and insects. Description Sedum typically has thick stems, succulent leaves and flower heads that bud early and physically resemble broccoli. The flowers open in the autumn and tend to be mostly pink and mauve but can also be white, blue and yellow. Some varieties of sedum have deep purple, almost black, foliage. Others have grey-green leaves that turn pink in autumn, or may just consist of whorls of stamens in a pot. Habitat Sedum is native to countries across the Northern Hemisphere, including Europe and America. They are very hardy plants and thrive throughout the northern hemisphere in mountains, deserts and meadows. Sedum even grows on sand dunes along coastal regions. Availability Sedum cuttings are available all year round. They are used widely to plant roofs with a gree

Rudbekia

By Anandewangan@ Sunday, October 10, 2021

Rudbekia Commonly known as the Coneflower, the Rudbekia was given its name by Carl Linnaeus, who pioneered the naming of flowers. He named the flower after Olaus Rudbeck, a well-known Swedish botanist. Description These flowers have large heads usually yellow in colour. They have dark, domed centres. They greatly resemble daisies, although they have larger yellow petals. The dark centres are the root of another common nickname for these flowers – Black-eyed Susan. Habitat Native to North America, these flowers grow best in well-drained soil and sunlight is essential to their survival. Availability It is best to plant Rudbekia in spring and summer, though they can be planted in early autumn if the climate is quite mild. The best planting time is in the spring once the frozen winter ground has started to warm up. Planting at this time is more likely to provide summer blooms. Species Rudbekia are part of the Asteracaea family and there are some very well-known varieties. Such as the Rud

Strelitzia

By Anandewangan@ Saturday, October 09, 2021

Strelitzia The evergreen Strelitzia is commonly known as the Bird of Paradise plant. This is due to the bright colours and pointed petals of its flowers, which resemble a native bird species. Description Its silvery-green leaves are large, between 30 to 200 centimetres long, 10 to 80 centimetres broad and similar in shape to a banana leaf. The arrow-like orange flowers have three erect white petals as well as other deep-blue, almost purple ones. The flowers of the Strelitzia are pollinated by bees and sunbirds, which are attracted by the nectar. Habitat The Strelitzia is native to South Africa but is also found in Swaziland and the Eastern Highlands of Zimbabwe. It grows well in cool, moist mountainous forests rich in leaf litter. Availability The Strelitzia can flower throughout the year and is propagated by division of the underground rhizome during repotting. It can also be grown from seed. After germination, plant the seedlings in well-drained soil and accustom them to full sunligh

Ranunculus

By Anandewangan@ Saturday, October 09, 2021

Ranunculus Pronounced ran-UN-kew-lus. The Latin name ranunculus means “little frog”. Description They have tuberous roots and hollow stems and come in an array of colours including yellow, white, red, pink, orange, and and copper, with dark or yellow centres. Habitat It is native to the Middle East, hence their alternative name ‘Turban Buttercup’. Species This flower is a member of the Ranunculaceae family, which is also the family of the buttercup. Ranunculus is also a cousin of the Marsh Marigold. Care Tips Remove all foliage, recut stems and change water regularly. The stems are inclined to buckle. If you don’t want them curvy, insert a flower wire to keep them upright. Did You Know? In Asia mythology, a story tells of an Asian prince who gave his name to this flower, which grows naturally in swampy ground. The prince loved the open country and sang delightful songs in the presence of nymphs. He did not have the courage to declare his love to them and so after his death, he was ch

Rose

By Anandewangan@ Friday, October 08, 2021

Rose A rose is a woody perennial flowering plant of the genus Rosa, in the family Rosaceae, or the flower it bears. There are over three hundred species and tens of thousands of cultivars. They form a group of plants that can be erect shrubs, climbing, or trailing, with stems that are often armed with sharp prickles. Roses are erect, climbing, or trailing shrubs , the stems of which are usually copiously armed with prickles of various shapes and sizes, commonly called thorns. The leaves are alternate and pinnately compound (i.e., feather-formed), usually with oval leaflets that are sharply toothed. The rose is a woody perennial that was originally from China but is now grown across the world. It is characterised by wide range of colours and sizes. Description Roses are multi-petal flowers available in an array of colours. Some varieties are known for their prickles along the stems of the plant, which are used to deter predators. Many species are now cultivated although there are sti