The human-plant relationship is explored via the stories of the apple, the tulip, marijuana and the potato. Included: how the apple came to be sweet; “tulip mania” in the Netherlands circa the 1630s, when tulips were traded for large sums of money; the history and physiology of marijuana; the genetically modified (and no longer available) New Leaf potato, which featured a microorganism that repelled potato beetles. Michael Pollan (“The Botany of Desire”) hosts. Frances McDormand narrates., Based on Michael Pollan’s bestseller, this intriguing PBS documentary examines the ways that humans rely on (and relate to) four key plants: the apple, potato, tulip, and marijuana. Frances McDormand (Fargo) narrates each unique segment, offering a plant’s-eye view of botanical evolution and of the shifting relationships between people and their food sources.
Q&A :
Q: Who are the main cast members in “The Botany of Desire ” ?
A: The main cast includes Michael Pollan,Don Bernier,Michael Pollan,Frances McDormand,Edward Gray,Vicente Franco,John Chater.
Q: When Did the “The Botany of Desire” Released?
A: The Tvvideo “The Botany of Desire” originally aired on 2009-10-28 and released in the year of 2009.
Q: What Languages are available to watch “The Botany of Desire” ?
A: Is also available in eng language.
Q: Where to watch “The Botany of Desire” ?
A: “The Botany of Desire” is Avaiable on Netflix. as its Netflix Originals.
