plant science

A study reveals seaweed forests are crucial for oceanic carbon storage, transporting 10 to 170 million tonnes of carbon annually to deep ocean sinks. These findings highlight the importance of protecting and restoring seaweed forests, as they play a vital…

Researchers developed a two-photon microscope technique to observe pollen tube elongation in angiosperms. They discovered signals that attract and repel pollen tubes, ensuring one-to-one guidance for successful fertilization. This intricate regulation optimizes seed production, offering insights to enhance agricultural breeding…

A study reveals that Norway spruce forests near recent clear-cuts are highly susceptible to European spruce bark beetle damage. The beetle prefers mature forests in specific soil types. Increased monitoring and adaptive forest management are recommended to mitigate this threat,…

Orchids nurture seedlings through shared underground fungal networks, researchers found. Orchids transfers sugars to seedlings via these networks, aiding their growth near mature plants. This discovery, solving a long-standing mystery, highlights the crucial role of fungal networks in orchid population…

Annual flowers, typically considered poor for pollinators, can support bees and insects if the right varieties are chosen. A study found significant variation in pollinator attractiveness among 25 cultivars of popular annuals like begonias and impatiens. This research highlights the…

Scientists discovered that autophagy, a cellular clean-up process, is crucial for plant root growth. This mechanism, also found in fasting humans, optimizes the "heartbeat" of root tips, aiding water and nutrient absorption. Better understanding this process could enhance crop resilience…