Close Encounters
How Anthurium Species Share Pollinators
Overlapping flowering times help Anthurium plants attract more insect visitors.
Cells, Genes & Molecules
Unmasking Jasmonic Acid’s Secret Role in Plant Development
Disrupting jasmonic acid production affects levels of other plant hormones, influencing growth and development.
Close Encounters
How High-Altitude Flowers Thrive in the Venezuelan Andes
Explore the fascinating relationship between flower colour changes and pollinator visits in high-altitude environments
Cells, Genes & Molecules
How Genes Help Sweet Osmanthus Bloom and Beat Stress
Researchers uncover the secret life of genes controlling flower opening and stress response in a fragrant plant.
News in Brief
Plants Help Maghrebi Women Keep Traditions Alive in Marseille
Mediterranean herbs and spices connect migrants to their roots and culture.
Plants & People
IBC2024: Delving into South African medicinal plant treasures
Since ancient times, humans all around the globe have used herbal remedies in traditional practices to maintain good health and treat pathological conditions. At IBC2024, Professor Nokwanda P. Makunga brought us through a journey to discover the richness of the native flora used by local people in S
Plants & People
Botanical University Challenge 2024
A unique botanical student event returns bigger than ever.
Computational Models
Optimizing Soybean Production in the Southern Cone
A new interactive tool is helping South American soybean growers make smarter planting decisions.
Plants & People
Bluesky as a Twitter alternative
Missing the old Twitter? A new alternative captures some of the old site’s feel.
Close Encounters
Arisaema Plants Kill Those That Help Them Live
Arisaema plants use a unique “lethal deceptive pollination” strategy, trapping and killing their insect pollinators.
News in Brief
Urban Gardens Could Be The Secret Weapon in Boosting City Biodiversity
Research suggests urban gardens could be the key to transforming urban landscapes into thriving ecosystems.
Growth & Development
The science behind chia: a journey into its nutritional power
Scientists are studying chia seeds closely using genetics to understand what makes them so healthy, hoping to use that knowledge to make chia and other foods healthier.