Bryony

Bryony: The Tenacious Climber of November 3rd As autumn’s chill settles in and many plants retreat into dormancy, we turn our attention to a resilient and often misunderstood vine - Bryony. On November 3rd, we explore this fascinating plant, delving into its unique characteristics, symbolic meanings, and the intriguing role it has played in folklore and traditional medicine. The Essence of Bryony Bryony refers to two distinct genera of climbing vines: White Bryony (Bryonia dioica) from the cucumber family (Cucurbitaceae), and Black Bryony (Tamus communis) from the yam family (Dioscoreaceae)....