130 years after a fungus-eating plant received its name, a researcher has uncovered the purpose of the structure that inspired its name -- revealing a novel mechanism by which plants ensure ...

A new study has used a modelling approach to show that it is unlikely that plants would evolve to warn other plants of impending attack. Instead of using their communication networks to transmit ...

Global spread of powdery mildew threatens blueberries, costing millions and prompting better disease management strategies.

A new study led by the University of Oxford has used a modeling approach to show that it is unlikely that plants would evolve ...

Fungus gnats are tiny insects that often appear in our homes when we bring new plants from the store. These inconspicuous flies, measuring just 1/4 inch in length, can easily irritate anyone who ...

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