Ecosystems
How Plants Endure Wildfires and Floods in the Pantanal
Unravelling the complex relationship between fire frequency, flooding, and plant diversity in the world’s largest flooded savanna.
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.
Ecosystems
Renosterveld Rises From the Ashes With Surprising Diversity
Surprising diversity and resilience found in South Africa’s endangered renosterveld vegetation.
Ecosystems
Living Life on the Edge is the Secret to Survival
Unexpected high survival rates of cliff-dwelling plants suggest they may be more resilient to climate change.
Ecosystems
Has a Plan to Fight Wildfires Gone Up in Smoke?
Surprising findings challenge common beliefs about fire prevention in Mediterranean landscapes.
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
Larger Trees Host More Diverse Communities in Japanese Forests
Bigger trees host more diverse epiphyte species, with accidental epiphytes making a surprisingly large proportion of the community.
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.
Ecosystems
Do Tiny Forests Have a Big Impact?
Miyawaki forests offer fast-growing, biodiverse native woodlands in small urban spaces.
Ecosystems
Drought Shapes Plant Microbe Communities Across Europe
Drought strongly influences which bacteria colonise wild plants, revealing interplay between climate, plant genetics, and microbial communities.
Computational Models
AI Spots Plant Changes from Space Using Citizen Science
Deep learning helps track biodiversity shifts across California landscapes.
Ecosystems
Miami’s Street Trees Face an Uncertain Future in the Miami Heat
Climate change is reshaping Miami’s urban jungle.