Iceberg lettuce in short supply – other leafy greens can fill the gap
Modern lettuces are grown a long way from where they are consumed, and genetically are a long way from their ancestors.
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Cacti thrive in the shadows of catastrophes
Even giants need a helping hand as children, but for saguaro cacti that hand comes from a long way away.
Overcome your fear of presenting papers with virtual nerves
if you’re looking for an excuse to buy Google Cardboard, a new app for practicing public speaking might be what you’re looking for. But is it actually much help?
Botanise briefly with the Zooniverse
Looking for a quick botany fix? The Zooniverse has some projects that you can dip into and help save the planet.
Phytoastrology
A fun online test, based on Linnaeus’ plant classification and Jung’s personality types, allows you to discover which flower matches your personality.
What can you do with a photo of a Gray Ghost?
Sometimes a paper comes with an image that deserves more attention. What can you do with images that should be shared? We’re adding a Pinterest account.
Every Botanist Needs an ORCID
If you’re hoping to have any career in research, an ORCID can help you identify that you are the person named on your published articles.
Has Botany got its poster boy?
Botany has always been important but soon it might become likeable too, if a new film starring Matt Damon is a success.
Dr Dafydd Wynn Parry (1919-2015)
Dr Dafydd Wynn Parry was a pioneering figure in the field of phytolith research, publishing between the 1950s and 1980s.
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