You’ve probably seen this book around, and if you haven’t picked it up, you should. More history than pure science, this book looks at the many, many plants that are toxic, hallucinogenic, deadly… you name it, plants do it. It’s a super-interesting read with gorgeous pictures. Wicked Plants by Amy Stewart, check it out!

If you’re interested in plants, I highly recommend Flower Confidential by Amy Stewart. It’s a book about the global cut flower industry, which, superficially, doesn’t sound all that engaging. But Stewart is an amazing writer who takes the reader across the world, from the Dutch flower market to the rose-growing industry in Ecuador. Great read for history buffs, scientists, and basically anyone else.