Understanding the Mechanics Behind Bark Formation
MODELBARK provides valuable insights into the dynamics of bark formation through computer simulations.
Growth & Development
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The warmer your home, the better you will germinate at higher temperatures
A recent study suggests that different populations of a Mediterranean plant have different capacities to cope with the effects of climate change.
How Pitcher Plants build a Slippery Surface
Recent study describes how carnivorous pitcher plants create their unique insect-trapping surface using common plant growth processes.
The secret to surviving the drought lies in the (very) small details
Tree seedlings with smaller vessels and stomata cope better with drought.
Antarctic moss proves cold weather isn’t just for penguins
New research shows Antarctic moss can grow and survive in freezing, harsh conditions by using special fats that keep its cells flexible, helping it cope with extreme cold and other stresses.
How Buriti Palm Seeds Prevent Dehydration
Mauritia flexuosa seeds can withstand extreme drought thanks to their unique water-retaining capacities.
Building Botanical Bed and Breakfast for Beneficial Bugs
Domatia are special plant structures that house beneficial insects and mites, providing protection in return for pest control.
How rising temperatures threaten plant sex lives
A new study shows that higher temperatures could seriously hurt plants’ ability to reproduce by damaging their pollen and reducing fertilization success, threatening both wild plant populations and crop yields.
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
Grass Endophytes Sacrifice Seed Health for Offspring Defence
Seeds of defoliated grass plants are better equipped to cope with pests, but at what cost?
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