We all have a dark side, most of us keep it under wraps. Plants on the other hand often display theirs with fervor. This program dwells on the unseemly side of herbs and their kin from Ergot and St. Anthony’s Fire to Belladonna and doe-eyed beauties. From the devil’s bartender to the plant that killed Abraham Lincoln’s mother. Get Ready! This is not your grandmother’s-Chamomile-Tea-and-sweet-Anise-cookies view of herbs!
Join local Naturalist Carol Mundy for this unique look at Ohio Native Plants at Krohn Conservatory on September 20th at 1:00pm.
Native plants have always been part of the medicinal “tool kit” used by Indigenous people, settlers, immigrants as well as doctors and researchers. Even today, upwards of 40% of the medicines we use are plant-based. Ongoing research peels away the layers of the anecdotal uses of our native plants and substantiates many as beneficial medicines. This presentation looks at the history of a sampling of Ohio’s Native Plants and their role in providing medicine then and now.
As a naturalist, speaker, and writer, Carol Mundy taught for the University of Cincinnati and Hamilton County Park District, leading classes in urban wildlife issues, native plants, weed identification, and the historical uses of plants. She continues to offer lectures and workshops in her “retirement”. One of her favorite botanical projects was the design of the historical medicine display for the Ohio Governors’ Residence Heritage Garden & Lloyd Medicinal Garden.
Carol is the recipient of the Citation for Horticulture Education from the Garden Club of Ohio and the long-time host of a weekly radio program “Outdoor Life” on WMKV radio in Cincinnati. The show features unique topics and interviews tying together nature, science, art, and culture.
Stop by Krohn Conservatory to see the Herb Society of Greater Cincinnati’s display, Saturday, September 20th or Sunday, September 21st from 10am - 5pm. Engage with Herb Society members, see herbs you know and learn some new ones!
Visitors can examine live and preserved herbs, learn how they have been used throughout history, and get information on how to grow them today. Young visitors can learn about garden shapes, the gardening process, and herbs used in flavoring their food by moving doll size figures through the large interactive ancient Italian Padua Garden.
Don't miss the special presentation, 'Medicinally Speaking', by Carol Mundy, given on Saturday September 20, 2025 at 1:00pm
Join us at Krohn Conservatory for a special Botany and Brews featuring Esoteric Brewing for a preview of our fall show “A Healing Garden” - taking its inspiration from the original Padua Botanical Garden in Italy.
Come for a sneak peak of our fall show ‘A Healing Garden’ before it’s open to the public at this special Botany and Brews. Enjoy a brief presentation of the show as you sip on the drinks that were inspired by it. Listen to the inspiration behind the making of the drinks, and how they were crafted. Walk the showroom and enjoy the ambiance as you sip on a unique brew or specialty cocktail of your choice.
You're invited to a evening of free acoustic music, courtesy of Clark Jenkins!
Clark is a dynamic singer-songwriter from Cincinnati, known for his heartfelt lyrics and soulful acoustic performances. Blending elements of folk, rock, and Americana, Clark’s music resonates with authenticity and emotion. Whether performing at local festivals, intimate venues, or special events, his rich vocals and expressive guitar playing create a captivating live experience. With a passion for storytelling through song, Clark continues to connect with audiences across the region, bringing his signature sound to every stage he plays.
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