Category: Nuts & Seeds

Fonio seeds

Fonio

Scientific name: Achaemylinites exilis Other names: Fonio is also known by many different names, including Fonio millet, Acha, and Hungry rice. Habitat: Fonio is native…

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Walnuts

Walnut

Scientific Name: Juglans regia Other Names: Common Walnut, Persian Walnut, English Walnut Habitat: Walnuts are native to temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere, including Europe,…

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Sesame seeds

Sesame Seeds: Health Benefits and Culinary Uses

Scientific Name: Sesamum indicum Other Names: Sesame, Benne, Gingelily, Til Habitat: Sesame is an annual herb that is native to tropical regions of Africa and…

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Hempseed

Hemp Seeds: Nutritional Benefits

Scientific name: Cannabis sativa Other names: Hemp, marijuana, cannabis, weed, pot, ganja Habitat: Hempseed is typically grown in warmer climates and is primarily raised for…

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