Plant Codex
Explore our extensive Plant Codex featuring a variety of plants, and growing every day! Each entry includes detailed dossiers to help you make informed choices.
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The LostNFound Community - Welcome Home
Find native plants, seeds, tools, and local know-how. Trade with growers near you, form decentralized co-ops, and contribute to the Plant Codex.
Start with the Plant Codex, see what is available in Trade Space, or Stock Register, then request a quote when you are ready to build.
- Save on plants, seeds, and tools through local exchanges
- Learn faster with notes on every plant, from native perennials to choice fruit trees
- Connect with permaculture designers and find installation help
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Trade Space
Connect with other members to trade plants, seeds, tools, soil and more! Post your offers and send requests to find the perfect match.
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Profile
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Principles & Guidelines
See how trades, disputes, and guidelines work here—clear expectations keep standards high.
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Stock & Exchange Register
See what’s currently in stock and whats already been exchanged, then place an order when you're ready
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Tools
Browse and borrow tools for land restoration, homesteading and gardening projects.
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Request a Quote
Need help with your planning or setting up a permaculture system? Submit a request for a quote or feedback on any landscaping or gardening project.
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Node System
Become an official Node to steward your own stock register, manage local trades, and help your region thrive under the network’s principles.
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FAQ
Quick answers about membership, trades, nodes, safety, and using the platform. Search by keyword to jump to a topic.
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Community Comments
Read real stories, tips, and questions from growers. Share what worked, what failed, and what you want help with.
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About LostNFound
LostNFound aims to create a space where people can connect with others who have what they want, and want what they have. By building a decentralized network of people that see the value in restoring short grass lawns back into life and fruit bearing assets, we can trade independently of large corporations and government regulated systems. Our goal is to empower individuals and communities to take control of their own land and resources, and to help their land toward abundance and resilience, cultivating a culture of life, love, and value.
Local focus, broader reach
We are rooted in St. Charles and O'Fallon, Missouri and the greater St. Louis area, while welcoming plant lovers, seed savers, and community traders from anywhere.