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One of the principles of [[permaculture]] is that every plant should have [[multi-purpose plant|multiple uses]] (at least 3? Is this the same as "Stacking Functions"?{{fact}}) | |||
As well as the obvious and important use of providing food in various forms, they may provide other functions, like: | |||
* [[herbs]], which add a lot of flavor and pleasure to the experience of eating, make simple and healthy food taste better (which can save money through buying more simple, basic foods rather than pre-prepared flavored foods), are best used fresh from the garden, and are best available on a whim, rather than having to plan and buy ahead. | |||
* insect repellents: some herbs also repel insects. | |||
* shade: under a fruit trees can be a great place to sit, especially in summer. | |||
* [[companion plant]]s: This is the belief/principle that certain plants grow better together. | |||
* enriching the soil, through [[nitrogen fixation]], organic matter or encouraging [[soil organisms]] | |||
* attractive and fragrant flowers and leaves. | |||
Plants which are well known for one purpose sometimes have other valuable uses which are neglected. For example: | |||
* Plants known for their fruits sometimes have leaves and shoots which are appetizing and healthy as vegetables, for example [[chayote]], [[grape]], some varieties of [[squash]] | |||
[[Category:Food crops]] | |||
[[Category:Multi purpose plants]] | |||
[[Category:Nonfood crops]] | |||
[[Category:Permaculture]] |
Revision as of 13:04, 3 August 2012
One of the principles of permaculture is that every plant should have multiple uses (at least 3? Is this the same as "Stacking Functions"?[verification needed])
As well as the obvious and important use of providing food in various forms, they may provide other functions, like:
- herbs, which add a lot of flavor and pleasure to the experience of eating, make simple and healthy food taste better (which can save money through buying more simple, basic foods rather than pre-prepared flavored foods), are best used fresh from the garden, and are best available on a whim, rather than having to plan and buy ahead.
- insect repellents: some herbs also repel insects.
- shade: under a fruit trees can be a great place to sit, especially in summer.
- companion plants: This is the belief/principle that certain plants grow better together.
- enriching the soil, through nitrogen fixation, organic matter or encouraging soil organisms
- attractive and fragrant flowers and leaves.
Plants which are well known for one purpose sometimes have other valuable uses which are neglected. For example: