Plants that live their lives rooted to a single spot must develop a broad range of defenses to survive. These defenses can be toxic to various insects and animals, including humans. Yet these plants ...

The fig family of over 800 species is unlike any other plant group on earth, and Balboa Park is home to many impressive specimens from around the world. Used as national and religious symbols, as well ...

Presented by the Balboa Island Improvement Assn., the self-guided tour on Dec. 13 lets attendees peek in on eight properties decked out for the holidays.