Wild Chimpanzees in Uganda Self-Medicate by Consuming Plants With Pain-Relieving, Anti-Bacterial Properties

Medicine & Technology Jun 21, 2024

Wild chimpanzees from Uganda use ferns with medicinal properties to heal themselves. Continue reading to learn more.

Plants Possess a Form of Intelligence and Are Capable of Solving Problems [Study]

Jun 17, 2024

Scientists want to redefine intelligence after observing that plants are capable of problem-solving. Continue reading to learn more.

Plants Found in Goliath’s Biblical Home Offers New Insights About Philistine Culture, Ritual Practices [Study]

Feb 29, 2024

The plants found in the Gath city, known as Goliath's Biblical home, reportedly offer a fresh perspective on the Philistines. Continue reading to learn more.

Pulsating Plant Roots: Strange Oscillation in Herbal Genes Can Help Optimize Agricultural Practices

Jan 15, 2024

Scientists try to decipher the mystery behind the rhythmic contraction and expansions of the plant root system. Find out more about it in this article.

Deadliest Plants in the World: Be Sure To Steer Clear of These Plants

Dec 29, 2023

Even small doses of toxins from these plants could kill people. Read to learn more.

Why Is Photosynthesis Important?

Oct 31, 2023

Photosynthesis is important for the survival of most life on Earth. Continue reading to know why.

Are Foxgloves Truly Deadly or It's Just a Myth? Unveiling the Enigmatic Wildflower with Medicinal and Poisonous Secrets

Oct 26, 2023

Foxgloves contain digoxin, a medication for heart conditions that can be toxic, but their ingestion alone doesn't directly cause heart attacks. Check out this article for more details.

Lotus Seed Pod: What Is It? Uses & Benefits

Sep 05, 2023

A lotus seed pod is the fruit of a lotus flower. Continue reading to learn more about it.

South African Succulent 'Baby's Bum': A Cheeky Delight in the World of Plants

Aug 16, 2023

Thriving in a South African mountain-bound valley with minimal rain, Gibbaeum heathii, known as "baby's bum," is among diverse succulent species. Check it out in this article.

Rare Corpse Plant With Unpredictable Display Is Blooming in the U.S., Releasing Stinky Smell in Californian Gardens

Jul 07, 2023

Two corpse flowers are blooming in San Francisco’s Conservatory of Flowers and the San Diego Botanic Gardens. Find out more about these plants in this article.

Elusive Part-Time Carnivorous Plant Becomes Meat-Eaters When in a Nutrient-Deprived Environment

Jun 03, 2023

A research team unravels the enigma of a rare tropical plant's carnivorous transformation under specific conditions. Read the article to learn more.

Prehistoric Chili Pepper Fossils Challenge Tomato Plant's Evolutionary History, Study Says

Apr 30, 2023

While previous studies suggest that chili peppers date 15 million years ago, recent identification and analysis show that their history traces as far back as 34 to 56 million years ago. Read to learn more.

Stressed Plants Cry, Make Sounds, Scientists Say; But Can Animals Hear Them?

Apr 01, 2023

Plants actually make sounds, especially when they are stressed. Real to learn more and to know how they sound like.

500 Million-Year-Old Fossils Mistakenly Identified; Remains Not From an Aquatic Animal but Seaweeds

Mar 09, 2023

Fossils discovered 500 million years ago were not from an animal but seaweeds, according to a new study. Read the article for the full story.

How Will Watching TV Help the Planet? New Study Shows Benefits of Nature Documentaries

Mar 08, 2023

Researchers advocate for watching TV, specifically nature documentaries, to help the planet. Check out how this simple activity would lead to a positive impact on Earth.