Mayapple (Podophyllum peltatum) is a native, early spring wildflower. Join Bekah as she explains how to find it and cultural connections to this plant. *This plant is highly toxic.  Want to email the show? Send your questions, comments, and ideas to FieldnotesAndFolklore@gmail.com Social media: - Facebook: https://facebook.com/groups/fieldnotesandfolklore/ - Instagram: @FieldnotesAndFolklore - TikTok: @FieldnotesAndFolklore Want to support the show and get exclusive content? Join the Patreon! Go to https://patreon.com/fieldnotesandfolkloreForest bathing or forest therapy has become a popular trend online, but what is it? Join Bekah as she explains what forest bathing is, the health benefits that come from it, and how to do it.

Fieldnotes And Folklore is a naturalist's view of science, nature, and culture. Naturalist Bekah Simon takes listeners outdoors to learn about what is out there and how different types of people have used or thought about each topic.