Plants

UNC Greensboro’s Dr. Kevin Wilcox and Team Contribute to Advancing Predictive Models for Grassy Ecosystems In an article published on October 10, 2023, in Global Change Biology, Dr. Kevin Wilcox…

Plants, the green wonders of our natural world, have evolved ingenious ways to capture and utilize energy from their surroundings. In a process known as photosynthesis, plants transform sunlight into…

Humanity faces the grim prospect of losing up to half of its future medicines due to the increasing threat of plant species extinction, caution scientists. Over 100,000 flowering plant species,…

The controversial world of genetically modified (GM) crops has a parallel in nature, where similar processes occur spontaneously. The phenomenon has long baffled scientists, but a recent study offers a…

A recent paper published in the Annals of Botany sheds light on the discovery of unaltered agave plant species that were cultivated by early cultures, including the Hohokam people, a…

Botrytis cinerea, the culprit behind botrytis blight, also known as gray mold, has long plagued greenhouse crops as the most prevalent and economically destructive disease. Although fungicides have traditionally been…

Succulents have taken the world by storm in recent years, and for good reason. These unique plants are not only visually appealing but also relatively low-maintenance, making them an attractive…

The diversity of life on Earth is a testament to the ingenious methods by which organisms reproduce and ensure their survival. Among the most intriguing and successful reproductive strategies in…

Houseplants bring life and beauty into our homes, but they can also inadvertently invite unwanted guests: gnats. These tiny, pesky insects, often referred to as fungus gnats or fruit flies,…

Moss can be a charming addition to your garden or yard when it’s intentionally cultivated in the right places. However, when moss begins to encroach on your lawns, flower beds,…