This is not the Coffee episode but it is perhaps the Coffee substitute episode. Amy shares about a tree that can be used as a coffee substitute and speculates about extinct mammal diets. Steve talk about a plant with many names and uses, one of which is also a coffee substitute. France gets mentioned a lot.

In episode 034 of rootbound, we talked about Poison Ivy and now we are doing it again! This time Arielle tells us about poison ivy, summer camp, tattoos and a whole lot of milk. Steve plays with some Poison Ivy. We also talk to Anita, perhaps the only person on earth to have written not one, but two books about Poison Ivy.

First, defining Cauliflory (it is unrelated to Cauliflower). Then Aaron, shares about three trees named after sisters. Steve talks about tasty berries and ultimately a Danish king. Finally, we eat some flowers.

Another Mixed Greens episode of rootbound. Steve tries his hand and making cheese with rennet made from Stinging Nettle. Plus Pizza, Fake Ads BTS, Sequined heels, emetics and much much more!

It’s Spring again! First, we hear the Rite of Spring. Then Karla and Ashley, along with some more silent guests, join Steve to talk about spring, plants and also, some animals!

First, What is a Hybrid? Then Jess explains about a lemon which isn’t really a lemon and perhaps should be called by another name. Steve shares about spice that also perhaps should be called by another name. Finally, a mystery about Cinnamon Toast Crunch and a foot care tip.

Captain Kirk and Bilbo Baggins in your garden. Then, Laura shares about the legacy of her yards coneflowers. Steve also talks about a coneflower and loses it when talking about a pea. Finally, Black-Eyed Susan performed by Anna and Elizabeth in it’s entirety.

First, we learn about the word “raceme” (not “race me”). Then Josh shares about a plant he likes to take selfies with. Steve shares about an until now unappreciated hedge plant in his yard which is also poison. Finally, Steve goes for a walk and uses an app.

What is a cultivar? Then Vikram shares about a bad plant and Steve has a hot take about a popular nut. Finally, a rabbit hole on ornamental trees and who is Bradford anyway?

This episode marks a new era of rootbound! Karla, our first repeat guest, discusses the tomato, its name, its chemistry and why europeans were afraid of it. Steve also discusses the tomato, bad performances and also fear of tomatoes. Finally, a little rootbound premier.

First, monoecious vs dioecious. Then Debbie shares a plant that stings and how to eat it. Also, some chemistry, some taxonomy and some poison milk. The episode finishes with a little poetry and a little disclaimer.

On episode 058 we learn about the founder of America’s first botanirc 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.

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.

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.

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.

First, all about Garnishes! Including 3 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.

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!

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.