Em Casalena
Author for A-Z Animals

Em Casalena is a writer at A-Z Animals where their primary focus is on plants, gardening, and sustainability. Em has been writing and researching about plants for nearly a decade and is a proud Southwest Institute of Healing Arts graduate and certified Urban Farming instructor.

Em is a resident of Arizona and enjoys learning about eco-conscious living, thrifting at local shops, and caring for their Siamese cat Vladimir.


Growing A Peace Lily Indoors Picture

The popular indoor plants called peace lilies are prized for their classy white flowers and deep green foliage. They are reputed to provide a relaxing atmosphere, which is why they… Read More

By Em Casalena 1 year ago


The 10 Best Culinary Mushrooms Picture

Many of the 14,000 or so types of mushrooms that exist in the world make for absolutely fantastic additions to soups, salads, sauces, casseroles, and plant-based burgers. Additionally, mushrooms contain… Read More

By Em Casalena 2 years ago


Flowering Tobacco vs. True Tobacco Picture

Flowering tobacco and true tobacco are members of the genus nicotiana, which contains over 80 species of tobacco. Flowering tobacco is an ornamental plant cherished for its beauty. True tobacco,… Read More

By Em Casalena 2 years ago