Rare species only found on sliver of Calif. land may soon be protected
Bear Lake buckwheat may be protected due to its extreme rarity and the threats it faces from human activities in its limited habitat.
Seeds of hope: how do you defend a precious food source in a famine?
A botanist risked his life to save a crucial collection of potatoes during the German advance in World War II, highlighting the importance of biodiversity.
Botanists identify 33 global dark spots' with thousands of unknown plants
Scientists have identified 33 global 'dark spots' where thousands of undiscovered plant species are likely located and at risk of extinction.
Rare species only found on sliver of Calif. land may soon be protected
Bear Lake buckwheat may be protected due to its extreme rarity and the threats it faces from human activities in its limited habitat.
Seeds of hope: how do you defend a precious food source in a famine?
A botanist risked his life to save a crucial collection of potatoes during the German advance in World War II, highlighting the importance of biodiversity.
Botanists identify 33 global dark spots' with thousands of unknown plants
Scientists have identified 33 global 'dark spots' where thousands of undiscovered plant species are likely located and at risk of extinction.
Memorial Minute for Otto Thomas Solbrig, 92 - Harvard Gazette
Otto Thomas Solbrig significantly advanced plant ecology, particularly in understanding genetic diversity in dandelions and the effects of human activity on ecosystems.
Litquake 2024: "Atlas of Perfumed Botany" Jean-Claude Ellena (SF)
Jean-Claude Ellena will engage in a conversation about fragrances, botany, and ecological sustainability.
Memorial Minute for Otto Thomas Solbrig, 92 - Harvard Gazette
Otto Thomas Solbrig significantly advanced plant ecology, particularly in understanding genetic diversity in dandelions and the effects of human activity on ecosystems.
Litquake 2024: "Atlas of Perfumed Botany" Jean-Claude Ellena (SF)
Jean-Claude Ellena will engage in a conversation about fragrances, botany, and ecological sustainability.
Diving to Drink a 19th-Century Shipwreck's Treasure
The expedition to retrieve 145-year-old rye seeds from the James R. Bentley shipwreck reveals the potential of historical finds beyond traditional treasure.
The Surprising Story of How Peaches Became an Icon of the U.S. Southeast
Indigenous peoples were pivotal in the spread of peaches across the eastern U.S., following their introduction by Spanish colonists.
The Ig Nobel awards celebrate quirky scientific research that brings laughter and deeper understanding.
A microscopic portion of Harvard's Glass Flowers collection - Harvard Gazette
The Blaschkas' glass models reveal intricate details of spore-forming plants and fungi, highlighting their artistic and educational significance at Harvard.
Which announcement was inspired by Elvis's refusal to do encores? The Saturday quiz
Kaiser Wilhelm II was Queen Victoria's eldest grandchild, significantly impacting European history during the early 20th century.
Botanists vote to remove racist reference from plants' scientific names
Biologists have agreed to change names of plants containing offensive terms, such as 'caffra', to avoid racial slurs, impacting over 200 species and introducing a committee for future name approvals.
We need other logics for our approach to nature': the woman uprooting colonialism in botany
The book 'Botany of Empire' challenges the colonial legacy in plant science and advocates for decolonization efforts in botanical research.
Botanists vote to remove racist reference from plants' scientific names
Biologists have agreed to change names of plants containing offensive terms, such as 'caffra', to avoid racial slurs, impacting over 200 species and introducing a committee for future name approvals.
We need other logics for our approach to nature': the woman uprooting colonialism in botany
The book 'Botany of Empire' challenges the colonial legacy in plant science and advocates for decolonization efforts in botanical research.
Scientists Discover Teeny Tiny Plant With the Largest Genome Ever Sequenced
The fern T. oblanceolata has the largest genome ever sequenced, with over 160 billion base pairs, challenging current understanding and opening new avenues for research.
The Ghost Trees of Chicago
Cicadas can cause short-term damage to young trees during egg-laying, but most trees will recover fine after cicadas are gone.
An Interview with Jumana Manna | Berlin Art Link
Jumana Manna's work explores power dynamics in historical and political contexts, emphasizing the relationship between humans, nature, and land amidst conflicts.
By a Stream in Vermont, a Glimpse of a Plant Last Seen a Century Ago
A rare plant, false mermaid-weed, presumed extinct in Vermont, was rediscovered through a series of events resembling a fairy tale.