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As the holiday season approaches, many are considering ways to make their meals healthier while still enjoying festive traditions. One effective approach is adopting a plant-based or plant-forward diet, which…

The question of whether plants can grow without sunlight has long seemed like the stuff of science fiction. But a groundbreaking method called electro-agriculture is changing that, offering new possibilities…

Invasive plants will be removed from sand dunes in Northumberland to help protect the coastline. The work, led by Natural England, will use large machinery at Bamburgh as part of…

A recent study has revealed that native plant species in Tongariro National Park are facing a significant decline due to the spread of invasive heather, with some areas seeing a…

Plants have long been a source of wonder and inspiration, with their ability to grow, bloom, and thrive seemingly through some form of magic. Whether it’s the vibrant colors of…

Forest bathing, or Shinrin-yoku, became a popular health practice in Japan during the 1980s. Doctors and researchers recommended spending time in forests to relieve both physical and mental stress. But…

While most Chinese botanists focus on the country’s vast flora, a few have ventured beyond to study the plants of Africa. Wang Shengwei, a prominent figure in this group, has…

Researchers at the University of Michigan have found that herbicides, commonly used to control weeds, may actually increase insect damage to treated plants. Their study also revealed that morning glory…

On a peaceful summer morning, a field of poplar trees stands calm, the breeze rustling their leaves. Insects flit from branch to branch, buzzing through the air. But beneath the…

Over 3 billion years ago, photosynthesis first emerged in ancient bacteria on a water-covered Earth. Over time, these bacteria evolved into plants, adapting to changes in their environment. Around 30…