If embarked upon too late, the seed may be dried up, losing its ability to grow when needed. Also important is knowing what ...

Complex mechanisms of pollen dispersal over long distances may practically preclude the attainment of uncontaminated seeds using conventional strategies for seed production. The real risks arising ...

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Scientists have discovered one of the earliest examples of a winged seed, granting insight into the origin and early evolution of wind dispersal strategies in plants. The study, published today as ...

More information: Sara Beatriz Mendes et al, Evidence of a European seed dispersal crisis, Science (2024). DOI: 10.1126/science.ado1464 ...

What secrets does this unique seed hold? Credits: Wang et al Scientists have studied this winged fossil seed, Alasemenia, discovered in a Chinese mine. Using mathematical modeling tools, they ...

The team suggests their find adds to available information regarding the origins of wind dispersal of seeds. More information: Deming Wang et al, Alasemenia, the earliest ovule with three wings ...

The world's largest bat species play vital roles in their ecosystems, from seed dispersal to prey control. These megabats, including the Golden-crowne ...

Prunus padus is commonly known as bird cherry. Prunus is the Latinised form of the Greek word meaning plum, and padus is the ...

If you have ever had goosegrass in your lawn, you know how hard it can be to get rid of. Avoid these common mistakes for the ...

Explore the Philippine Santol Tree (Sandoricum koetjape)—a vital species in tropical ecosystems. Learn about its ...

A 48-hour dispersal order has been issued in Arnold town centre following recent trouble and disorder. Gedling's Labour MP Michael Payne had raised alarm over reports of car windows and house ...