Humans adjust to changes in temperature by putting on a sweater or taking off layers. Plants adjust to temperature changes, ...

California is what’s known as a biodiversity hotspot because of the large amount of endemic natural life found here, especially plants. Endemic means these plants can only be found here and nowhere ...

Plants communicate through volatile organic compounds (VOCs) that help them respond to herbivorous pest attacks. This review explored the mechanisms behind these plant communications and their ...

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. — Many people in St. Louis may not realize the region is a plant science powerhouse. And in just a few months, one of the leading plant science centers will have a new leader at ...

Researchers at Hiroshima University have identified 14 genes that thale cress -- a plant commonly used in genetic investigations since its genome is well documented -- express more when responding to ...

New research challenges the long-held assumption that brains are required for learning, suggesting plants may process ...

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In the weird world of chlorophyll-free “fairy lantern” plants, there’s a new species to admire. By plant standards, Thismia are truly odd. Lacking chlorophyll, they eschew photosynthesis, instead ...

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MOUNT OLIVE, N.C. (WNCT) — The University of Mount Olive will hold their annual plant sale on April 10 at the University ...