#botany

#botany

Nature is vital for human health, positively influencing recovery and well-being.

Moss Appreciation Week at Lewis & Clark College celebrates the often overlooked beauty of moss with engaging activities.

Sansevieria has diverse species beyond the well-known snake plant, revealing unique aesthetics that attract keen plant collectors.

The Hawaiian palm is a unique houseplant that requires bright, indirect light and contributes to its species' conservation.

Bear Lake buckwheat may be protected due to its extreme rarity and the threats it faces from human activities in its limited habitat.

The corpse flower, known as Putricia, is attracting significant attention in Sydney, creating a communal experience despite its unpleasant odor.

Carlos Magdalena is a horticulturalist known as the 'plant messiah' for his efforts to save endangered plant species.

The January snowdrop event at Myddelton House attracts horticultural enthusiasts eager to see rare Galanthus varieties.

The Conservatory of Flowers provides free admission opportunities and showcases a vast collection of plant species, highlighting its historical significance and commitment to accessibility.

The Conservatory of Flowers offers free admission to all visitors on the first Tuesday of every month.

The Conservatory of Flowers offers free admission on the first Tuesday of every month for all visitors.

The Conservatory of Flowers offers free admission on the first Tuesday of every month for all visitors, enhancing accessibility.

The squirting cucumber ejects seeds violently and rapidly as a unique method of dispersal, crucial for survival in arid regions.

The squirting cucumber can eject its seeds at speeds exceeding 44mph, an adaptation for effective seed dispersal.

Cauliflowers are nutrient-rich vegetables resulting from interrupted flowering, leading to creamy stems full of vitamins and beneficial organic compounds.

Winter flowers can brighten up cold seasons, offering beauty indoors and outdoors.

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.

Scientists have identified 33 global 'dark spots' where thousands of undiscovered plant species are likely located and at risk of extinction.

Jean-Claude Ellena will engage in a conversation about fragrances, botany, and ecological sustainability.

Otto Thomas Solbrig significantly advanced plant ecology, particularly in understanding genetic diversity in dandelions and the effects of human activity on ecosystems.

The ghost orchid has reemerged in the UK after 15 years, showcasing the importance of ongoing botanical exploration and conservation efforts.

The discovery of the rare plant false mermaid-weed in Vermont highlights the poetic and fairy-tale-like nature of botany exploration.

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.

The book 'Botany of Empire' challenges the colonial legacy in plant science and advocates for decolonization efforts in botanical research.

Plants exhibit intelligence and respond to stimuli in complex ways, challenging traditional views.

Some scientists are beginning to explore the idea of plant intelligence, challenging traditional botany views.