Plants

Air plants, scientifically known as Tillandsias, have gained popularity as unique and low-maintenance houseplants. These fascinating plants don’t require soil to grow, relying on air and water for their sustenance.…

Researchers from the University of Cincinnati have conducted a study shedding light on the increasing problem of invasive plant species in urban areas. Led by botanist Denis Conover, the study…

In a groundbreaking paper published in Science, a collaborative effort involving 192 researchers across six continents delves into the intricate patterns of how bugs damage plants, challenging the conventional emphasis…

Water, the elixir of life, plays a pivotal role in sustaining all living organisms on Earth. Among these, plants, with their unique ability to harness sunlight through photosynthesis, are particularly…

Logging in tropical forests often leads to degradation, but what if it could be conducted with careful planning and executed by well-trained professionals? Despite widespread campaigns against logging in popular…

A recent study conducted by researchers at Northern Arizona University has unraveled the remarkable ability of coast redwoods to rebound from severe fires, providing a beacon of hope in a…

Plants, much like humans, can suffer from the adverse effects of excessive sunlight. In a pioneering study conducted by Pierrick Bru, a Ph.D. student collaborating with Alizée Malnoë at Umeå…

Flowering plants, also known as angiosperms, represent the most diverse and dominant group of plants on Earth. With an estimated 300,000 to 400,000 species, they exhibit an astonishing array of…

Aphids, small sap-sucking insects, have long been a challenge for gardeners, farmers, and horticulturists alike. These tiny pests have a remarkable ability to find their way onto plants, where they…

The Earth is a planet adorned with an incredible diversity of life, and at the forefront of this biodiversity are plants. These green organisms play a vital role in shaping…