What plant is the most useful one?

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The discussion revolves around identifying the most useful plant on Earth, with participants suggesting various options based on their utility. Key suggestions include wheat, amaranth, grapes, cannabis, corn, and barley, each highlighted for their diverse applications. Cannabis is noted for its versatility in producing textiles, medicine, and food, while corn is recognized for its extensive range of uses, including food and industrial products. The historical context of hemp's prohibition in the U.S. is mentioned, emphasizing its potential benefits that remain untapped due to legal restrictions. Other plants like aloe and phytoplankton are also suggested for their medicinal and ecological importance, respectively. The conversation reflects a mix of practical considerations and humorous takes on the idea of having only one plant left on Earth.
  • #31
roses people, just roses.
 
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  • #32
The money tree. Oops, Art got that.

How about the fabled "Tree of Knowledge".

Seriously, there is the possiblilty to hybrid a plant with every other known plant on the planet.

In fact they used to hybrid tomato plants with cannibus plants so they could hide them in a crop of tomatos.

Anyone for a BLTHC?
 
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Okay, it's got to be Coffee for me!
 
  • #34
Soybeans...
 
  • #35
http://www.ecology.com/dr-jacks-natural-world/most-important-organism/index.html - they produce between 70 and 80% of the oxygen we breath. Definately a keeper..
denverdoc good job mentioning phytoplankton.
 

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