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39 Types of Palm Trees: Complete Identification Guide with Images and Facts

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Kaylee Keech
Kaylee Keech
Kaylee is Freelance Writer specializing in Wildlife & Marine Science. B.S. in Biology & B.A. in Science Writing from Millersville University. Passionate about hiking, kayaking, and all things outdoors. 5 years of experience with native Pennsylvania wildlife and 1 year of freelance & ghostwriting. She loves sharing the joy of nature with others, and hopes to inspire.
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When you think of palm trees, you’re most likely thinking of coconuts and sand. This is because people most associate palm trees with warm, tropical places like island beaches. Although most palm …

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43 Different Types of Mushrooms Species: Edible, Poisonous & Beyond

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Amanda Readman
Amanda Readman
Amanda is a writer, avid climber, and outdoor enthusiast. She has traveled extensively, around the U.S., throughout Asia, Europe, and Latin America. Everywhere she treks, she takes time to enjoy the outdoors. She works through writing and leadership to educate people on the link between the outdoors to mental and global stability.
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Outforia Quicktake: Key Takeaways Mushrooms come in many different shapes and sizes. There are currently about 14,000 species of mushrooms described. Some of these are incredibly distinctive, …

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All 47 Types of Pine Trees From Edible to Flammable: Pictures and Facts

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Amanda Readman
Amanda Readman
Amanda is a writer, avid climber, and outdoor enthusiast. She has traveled extensively, around the U.S., throughout Asia, Europe, and Latin America. Everywhere she treks, she takes time to enjoy the outdoors. She works through writing and leadership to educate people on the link between the outdoors to mental and global stability.
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The term “pine” tends to be used interchangeably with words like “evergreen” and “conifer.” However, a pine tree is technically only a species of conifer within the Pinus genus. There are about 120 …

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Toxic Plants That Look Like Food: 30 Plants You Need To Know

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Gaby Pilson
Gaby Pilson
Gaby is a professional Outdoor Educator, Climbing & Polar Guide, and Wilderness Medicine Instructor. Expert in Backpacking, Skiing, Climbing, Mountaineering, Sailing, and Wilderness Medicine. AMGA Climbing Wall Instructor Course Provider. Master's degree in Outdoor Education from The University of Edinburgh. Experienced in leading Arctic & Antarctic expeditions. Freelance writer, coffee enthusiast, and French existentialism reader. Bachelor's degree in Philosophy & Environmental Studies from Hamilton College. She enjoys helping others gain the knowledge and experience they need to get out and adventure in the mountains.
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Foraging for food in the backcountry is a great way to enjoy a tasty treat on the trail. But, foraging for the wrong berries, scrubs, and leaves could result in an upset stomach, or something much …

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21+ Types of Plants: From the Dinosaur Age to the Present (ID Guide, Pictures, and Facts)

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Amanda Readman
Amanda Readman
Amanda is a writer, avid climber, and outdoor enthusiast. She has traveled extensively, around the U.S., throughout Asia, Europe, and Latin America. Everywhere she treks, she takes time to enjoy the outdoors. She works through writing and leadership to educate people on the link between the outdoors to mental and global stability.
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There are all kinds of different people in the world. Often there are “plant people” and animal people,” although they can overlap. Some people love the plant world. They relish a healthy palm growing …

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