The tutor shares another plant he noticed in the neighborhood.

On the way in for lunch at a pub with my wife, I pointed to a plant with big orange capsules hanging from it like Christmas ornaments. “I’ve seen those before,” I pointed, “but don’t know what they’re called.”

“Chinese lanterns,” my wife rejoined. The plants were prime specimens, obviously well tended for best effect. If you want to see what they look like, see gardeningknowhow.com.

Gardeningknowhow.com points out that Chinese lantern is of the nightshade family, along with tomatoes and peppers. Wikipedia points out that it is native across southern Eurasia. Furthermore, it produces ethyl caffeate, which is a possible compound for future use against liver disease.

Jack of Oracle Tutoring by Jack and Diane, Campbell River, BC.