Growth & Development
The secret to surviving the drought lies in the (very) small details
Tree seedlings with smaller vessels and stomata cope better with drought.
Growth & Development
How Buriti Palm Seeds Prevent Dehydration
Mauritia flexuosa seeds can withstand extreme drought thanks to their unique water-retaining capacities.
Close Encounters
Blasting your rivals’ pollen away
A research team describes how plants take up arms to ensure their pollen reaches the desired destiny.
Close Encounters
Aristolochia’s Sneaky Pollination Strategy
Trapping trichomes in flowers play a crucial role in the pollination of a tropical plant by temporarily capturing insects.
Ecosystems
Ancient Maya’s Legacy on Modern Forests
Ancient Maya farming practices continue to influence tree species distribution centuries after their civilization’s decline.
Ecosystems
Climate change’s impact on plant phenology may lessen over time
A recent global study points out that plant responses to warming while rapid, become less intense with time.
Growth & Development
Larger seeds show promise for restoration of the Argentine Pampas
Milano and colleagues find that seed mass is a good indicator of plant establishment success in ecological restoration projects
Growth & Development
Grass Endophytes Sacrifice Seed Health for Offspring Defence
Seeds of defoliated grass plants are better equipped to cope with pests, but at what cost?
Ecosystems
The Recipe for Successfully Seeding New Pollinator Habitats
More flowers and longer blooming seasons result from carefully designed wildflower seed mixes for pollinators.
Ecosystems
Native Plants are Vital for Cities’ Hummingbirds
Urban Brazil’s hummingbird-plant interactions, while less specialized than in natural habitats, offer a blueprint for wildlife-friendly city planning through strategic native plant incorporation.
News in Brief
Gardening as a Natural Boost for Mind and Body
New research provides fascinating insights into the unique benefits of gardening for mental health and well-being.
Featured
Loïc Rajjou: “Plants have the potential to address global challenges”
Botany One interviews Dr. Loïc Rajjou to learn more about his passion for seeds and their role in tackling various societal challenges.