The African Plant Database lists 65,000 species of flowering plants, ferns and conifers found on the African continent and ...

The term mycorrhiza is derived from the ancient Greek words mykos, meaning “fungus,” and rhiza meaning “root.” Together, the term translates to “fungus root.” Specifically, mycorrhizae are fungi that ...

Research shows flavan-3-ols in everyday foods like tea, apples, cocoa and berries may help lower blood pressure and improve ...

The lush, tropical regions of Central and South America have long dazzled scientists with their plant diversity. These ...

While Aster yellows is more prevalent in the Midwest, it’s also here in southwestern Pennsylvania and can be confusing to ...

Tooth enamel, the hardest substance in the human body, may be at risk of gradual and permanent wear from chewing vegetables.

Researchers are studying whether Ginkgo biloba leaves might support weary leg veins and cut the risk of blood clots.

Milkweed may seem like a weed because of its name, but it’s actually an incredibly important plant. The leaves of milkweed are the primary food source for monarch caterpillars. The flowers provide ...

Trending News: This article explores ten extinct plant species, from the ancient Araucarioxylon arizonicum to the more recent Sophora toromiro. Their disappearances, ...

On a spring morning, a search for a specific species of fern leads to a discussion on ancient plant history, vascular beauty and a few small surprises hidden in the ...

Plant scientists have identified a protein that plays a previously unknown role in controlling cell differentiation and determining gender in vascular plants, using a fern model. The discovery ...