'Voodoo lilies' are stinking out Begonia House at Wellington's Botanic Garden. There are two lilies in the greenhouse, the Amorphophallus konjac and the Sauromatum venosum, both of which the Garden's ...

Mimic biological structures such as the cell wall of plant tissues may be an alternative to obtain biodegradable films with improved mechanical and water vapor barrier properties. This study aims to ...

Introduction Glucomannan (GNN), a water-soluble dietary fibre derived from the plant Amorphophallus konjac, is marketed for weight reduction. The exact mechanisms by which GNN might exert its actions ...

Glucomannan is a form of dietary fiber derived from the root of the konjac plant. It is celebrated for its capacity to absorb water and consequently transform into a gel-like material in the stomach, ...

Hong Kong has proposed banning the sale of mini konjac jelly cups from April next year over the products’ choking-hazard risks, with anyone caught selling such goods to face a maximum penalty of six ...

HOLLAND TWP. — Hollanders will have a unique opportunity to take in the sights — and smells— of a rare tropical flower thanks to local dentist Dr. Piero Policicchio. His dental office is home to an ...

Who knew there was also a diet alternative to pasta? Low in carbs and calories, shirataki noodles are often talked up as a “miracle” food for people seeking to lose weight. While health experts say ...

In the quest for a healthy lifestyle, many people find themselves navigating a maze of dietary restrictions. If you're watching your weight, you've likely been advised to reduce or even eliminate rice ...

The beautiful, and smelly, Voodoo Lily is in full bloom at Indiana University's greenhouse. Also known as the Devil's Tongue, the smell of the amorphophallus konjac first greets you as a dull odor, ...

The more time you spend around the devil’s tongue, the more its smell gets under your skin. It first greets you as a dull odor, somewhat akin to a wet dog or raw fish. But stick around long enough – ...