Medicine & TechnologyThe world’s oldest moss has survived millions of years of evolution and resilience, but now faces extinction due to climate change. Continue reading the article to find out more.
Scientists are creating the world's most extensive collection of moss of the genus Sphagnum central in response to the dwindling number of moss in peatlands that absorbs 30% of the Earth's carbon.
An international research team led by Professor Ralf Reski has found that the cuticles on moss actually protect them from water loss. those cuticles cover themselves with waxy epidermal cells.