plants

Plants from the past

Historic herbs and plants used in medieval medicines and recipes are still springing up at DZG today. The poisonous deadly nightshade plant, or belladonna, which grows behind walls of the 11th century Dudley Castle in areas not accessible to the public, had an eye-opening use for medieval women. And the Duke of Argyll’s tea plant, … Continue reading Plants from the past

Help enhance our enclosures

DZG keepers are hoping to enhance our reptile enclosures by appealing for artificial plants. Not only does the fake greenery look good for visitors, but they also provide enrichment for the likes of our snakes, lizards, iguanas, dragons and geckos by giving them additional places to explore. Assistant Curator, Jay Haywood, pictured above with Jane … Continue reading Help enhance our enclosures