Apr. 1, 2025 — Scientists have released new and more accurate genome sequences for five species of duckweed. Their research reveals the specific genes responsible for some of the plant's most ...

A reader surprised me with an inquiry about a mature Mexican fan palm dying suddenly here in Napa. A possible cause came to mind, as I saw one dying of a fairly common disease — pink rot — a ...

CSP-H genes (encoding cold shock proteins) were horizontally transferred from bacteria to Triticeae and improved wheat adaptation by enhancing its tolerance to various abiotic stresses. Because ...

It’s best to section off an area and dedicate it to Botany Exhibits because most of them will need Heaters and Misters nearby to keep them in the best condition. Click on or hover your cursor ...

At least that is until being shown the small, petiole leaves that are found at the base of the more abundant and larger leaves. At any time of year, you can crush a part of the plant to reveal its ...

Find out the latest median prices, property market data & demographic info.

Mar. 26, 2025 — A new species of fossil is 444 million years-old with soft insides perfectly preserved. Research 'ultramarathon' saw palaeontologist puzzled by bizarre fossil for 25 ...

A low pressure system is deepening off the southern coast, bringing vigorous south to southeasterly winds and large offshore waves to the Sydney local waters. This system is expected to gradually move ...

Introduction: Polyploid hybrid progeny have both ploidy and hybridization effect, and abound in genetic variation of traits, which is an important material for the breeding of excellent new ...

The dropping off of a leaf, fruit, or flower. Clusters of soil particles variable in shape, size, and degree of association, such as granules, clods, or prisms, that give a soil its structure.