Moths, it seems, may be just as sensitive to the sounds of stress as humans are to crying babies. A new study reveals that certain moths can hear ultrasonic clicks…
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For those wondering why their basil leaves are turning yellow or why their rosemary doesn’t seem to be thriving, the Plantum app might just be the answer. Designed for both…
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Organizers of a new art installation featuring giant illuminated flowers hope to bring some holiday cheer to hospital patients this Christmas. The colorful displays, located at the Royal United Hospital…
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Specialists at Kew Gardens are working to digitize its vast archive of eight million dried plant specimens, including some collected by the renowned naturalist Charles Darwin. This project, the largest…
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Pollinators play a crucial role in the ecosystem, helping fertilize plants that are not only vital for beauty but also essential for food production. To support these important creatures, the…
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For those who know me, it’s no secret that I’m a science enthusiast—particularly when it comes to plants. Over the years, I’ve written four books explaining complex plant science, and…
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Winter doesn’t have to keep you from enjoying nature inside your home. Take a break from the holiday chaos and bring a bit of greenery into your space with a…
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In the town of Meru, located in eastern Kenya, a plant called Plectranthus barbatus is becoming a popular, eco-friendly alternative to toilet paper. Benjamin Mutembei, a local resident, has been…
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The flower displays along Yersin, Tran Hung Dao, Nguyen Van Cu, Le Dai Hanh, and Tran Quoc Toan streets, as well as around Xuan Huong Lake, are nearing completion. These…
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The largest fossilized flower ever discovered has been identified as belonging to the genus Symplocos, a flowering plant species currently found in Southeast China and Japan. This remarkable specimen has…