plant sciences
Removing Heavy Metals From Water Using Moss
Scientists in Japan have discovered that the moss Funaria hygrometrica can remove lead from water.
Flower Disguises As Mushroom To Get Pollinated
Scientists in Japan have discovered that the flowers of the ‘cast iron plant’ mimic mushrooms to attract fungus gnats, which assist with pollination.
Boosting The Antioxidant Content Of Tomatoes
Researchers in Hong Kong and France have genetically engineered tomatoes with enhanced antioxidant properties.
Unraveling The Secret Lives Of Ancient Plants
Scientists in Japan have sequenced the liverwort's genome to better understand the evolution and development of land plants.
A Magnificent Orchid Discovered In Myanmar
Scientists in China and Myanmar have documented a new species of orchid from northern Myanmar.
More Pores To Boost Plant ‘Breathing’
Researchers in Japan have discovered small molecules that increase the number of stomata on plant leaves.
Getting To The Root Of Bonsai Regeneration
Scientists in Japan have identified a gene that controls the levels of auxin in response to root damage.
CRISPR Editing Alters Flower Color
The ability to change the color of the Japanese morning glory demonstrates the specificity of the CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing system.
How Worms Hijack Stem Cells To Create Their Nests
Root-knot nematodes can manipulate the stem cells of plant roots to form their nests, study says.
