Cayene / Crushed Red Pepper

[grandmaof5]

a natural defense against herbivores

?? I don't understand this statement; why would one need a defense against herbivores? Trying to protect your cucumbers?

 

[eatmorechicken]

Well, grazing animals chew the seeds and destroy the plant. Birds do not chew, and help distribute the seeds.

 

[grandmaof5]

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Thanks for the quick answer; I get it now. Having a grandma moment there...