The study reveals how Balanophora plants function despite abandoning photosynthesis and, in some species, sexual reproduction. Their plastid genomes shrank dramatically in a shared ancestor, yet the ...

This separation of sexes in plants is called dioecy. One reason why dioecy may evolve is because of the negative effects that ...

Not all plants produce nectar, only plants that are visited by animal-type pollinators. Plants that are wind-pollinated, for example, will not produce nectar. You need a flower to make nectar, and ...

Ancient plants called cycads say “come hither” in infrared. By Sofia Quaglia If a plant wants to reproduce, there are a number of tricks it can use to lure a pollinator insect. It can display gaudily ...

Research relies on replication: Different teams need to make the same conclusion multiple times before a consensus is reached and the finding can be built upon or applied. More may rest on the tools ...

Let’s start with the basics, protein is a must. It builds muscle, heals wounds, and keeps your body running like it should. You’ve got two main sources: animal protein (think meat, fish, eggs, and ...

Some of the earliest plants attracted pollinators by producing heat that made these plants glow with infrared light, according to a new set of experiments. The work, published in the journal Science, ...

The pursuit of a zero-waste vegan life isn't about flawless execution; it's about making thoughtful choices that align with ...

Scientists have long known that mutations in certain genes affecting microtubules in plants can cause plants to grow in a twisting manner. In most cases, these are “null mutations,” meaning the ...

Angiosperms, also known as flowering plants, represent the most diverse group of seed plants, and their origin and evolution ...

When it's time to start seeds indoors and you discover you don't have a seed starting kit, don't run to the store -- Check ...

Time really does fly. And when you look back at 2025, we’re sure you’ve collected a mix of moments: some joyful, some ...