Timothee Mendez
Environmental Scientist, Mushroom Specialist, Freelance Writer
I am a 28 year old Naturalist, Agricultural Specialist, and Author whom loves to share their knowledge to the world. I sincerely believe that writing Environmental Content provides valuable information important to the cultural transformation needed to stabilize our Climate and reduce our environmental impact.
I was raised in California and currently travel the world exploring rare ecosystems, studying traditional/modern agricultural techniques, and building a network of like-minded environmentally conscious individuals.
I have volunteered in countless Environmental Focused projects in North and Central America and continue to do so as a way of life. I currently support myself through eco-tourism work, private education, consulting, and writing content for private clients.
My expertise includes
- Agriculture. Permaculture, Home Gardening and Everything In-between.
- Botany, Mycology, Soil Science and general Ecology.
- Sustainability and Alternative Living
- Photography
- Fluent in English and Spanish
Areas of Expertise
Bamboo
From construction to carpentry and everyday crafts, no plant provides a more versatile resource than the many varieties of bamboo.…
Lemon Grass
There isn’t anything quite like the sweet, sweet, aroma of Lemon Grass. You can make it into teas, add it…
Avocado
Introduction Of the thousands of fruits fit for human consumption none is quite like the glorious avocado. It’s creamy, buttery,…
Cassava
Cultivation of Cassava Cassava, also known as Yuca or Manioc, is a bountiful crop that is unceasing with generosity. There's…
Sweet Potato
Sweet Potatoes are a delicious and cherished food. They’re comforting, nourishing, and make any occasion homely. They’re an ingredient that…
Taro
Capturing the magnificence of Taro with words is no easy task. It’s a culturally significant plant that is cultivated around…
Katuk
Katuk is a delightful perennial for anyone practicing permaculture or regenerative agriculture in tropical climates. It is fast-growing, robust, and…
Perennial Peanut
Peanut Grass: A Wonderful Tropical Ground Cover Some of the most useful plants used in permaculture are not large, luscious,…
Breadfruit
The Magnificent Breadfruit Few plants grant abundance and food security like the mighty Breadfruit. It is a long-lived tropical tree…
Poha Berry
Golden Berries are delicious tangy fruits that make a fabulous addition to any garden. You may also know them as…
Cranberry Hibiscus
Cranberry Hibiscus is a plant that is easy to fall in love with. It's beautiful, tasty, and in the proper…
Mexican Sunflower
Mexican Sunflower: Green Manure and Perennial Biomass Mexican Sunflower is an amazing plant to include into any permaculture system located…
Chaya
Chaya: The Mayan Superfood Chaya is a leafy perennial shrub valued for its nutrient dense foliage and resilient growth. It…
Banana
More Than A Fruit: Bananas There is almost no plant more valuable to a tropical permaculture system than the many…
Establishing an Outdoor Mushroom Garden
Mushrooms In the Food Forest Incorporating mushrooms into a permaculture design is something many people dream about. It's this idea…
