Event Date:
Fri, Feb 08, 2013
Beth Burrous, Biochemist and USBG Volunteer
Many important medicines are derived from plants, but too much of a good thing can be dangerous. During a walking tour of the Conservatory, Beth Burrous will feature poisonous and medicinal plants growing at the USBG. She will talk about famous, interesting and sometimes fatal cases of poisoning by plants. You will also see and learn about plants used to make life-saving medicines.
Date: Friday, February 8
Time: 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.
Location: Conservatory Garden Court
FREE: No pre-registration required
