From the depths of winter to the dog days of summer, these native bushes, trees, and vines can help support a variety of ...

These late-blooming plants native to North America help feed butterflies — especially monarchs-— at a crucial point.

Some squeamish folks may not want to hear this, but native flowers and plants are essential for making sure local ... While ...

To protect thousands of varieties of Mexico's prized heirloom corn, leaders vote to amend the constitution to ban the ...

The number of monarch butterflies that spent the winter in Mexico doubled this year, giving hope for a species that has faced ...

There a lot of natural diversity in New Mexico, but some of its most unique flora and fauna are under threat of extinction.

To protect thousands of varieties of heirloom corn, Mexican leaders have amended the constitution to ban the planting of ...

Native to Mexico, wheel cactus (Opuntia robusta) was likely introduced to Australia, innocently enough, as a hardy ornamental garden plant. It escaped domestication and is now listed among ...

Single-origin heirloom Mexican chiles could finally be accessible in the US. But thanks to Trump's tariffs, they may never ...

Three highly attractive palms are generally considered fire-safe as long as their dry fronds are removed in a timely manner.

On March 15, 2021, the U.S. Senate confirmed Deb Haaland as secretary of the Interior Department, making her the first Native ...