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Orchids are one of the most species-rich families of flowering plants, rivalled only by the daisy family (Asteraceae). Pictured: Lepanthes cassicula. Credit: Oscar Perez, RBG Kew
Study shows orchid family emerged in northern hemisphere and thrived alongside dinosaurs for 20 million years NewsPlant Science

Study shows orchid family emerged in northern hemisphere and thrived alongside dinosaurs for 20 million years

New research unveils orchid family's 85-million-year-old origin on Laurasia, thriving with dinosaurs. Recent diversity explosion suggests speciation secrets crucial for conservation. Insights from scientists urge protection of these biodiversity gems amidst alarming extinction rates. Orchids, vital evolutionary enigmas, hold keys…
Isabel
04/03/2024
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Researchers present new approach to identify key regulatory factors in wheat spike development AgricultureNewsPlant Science

Researchers present new approach to identify key regulatory factors in wheat spike development

A study unveils a novel approach to identify pivotal regulators in wheat spike development. By integrating omics and population genetics, researchers pinpoint 227 potential factors. Phenotypic screening of 61 genes led to 36 mutations, validating the method's efficacy.
Isabel
28/02/2024
Image: Doñana Park. Credit: Anne and Saturnino Miranda en Pixabay
Climate change has brought forward the flowering period in Doñana National Park by 22 days, finds study Climate changeNewsPlant Science

Climate change has brought forward the flowering period in Doñana National Park by 22 days, finds study

Climate change has advanced flowering in Doñana National Park by 22 days, as researchers discovered. Over 35 years, rising temperatures shifted peak flowering from May 9th to April 17th. This alters plant interactions, impacting pollinators and ecosystem dynamics, highlighting climate's…
Isabel
27/02/2024