Most orchids live in a symbiotic relationship with fungi in their roots: The plants provide sugar they produce through ...

Some orchids have evolved a unique parasitic lifestyle, abandoning full reliance on photosynthesis in favor of extracting ...

How can dried plant specimens protect a rainforest? In myriad ways. Kept in collections known as herbariums, they store critical data on the physical characteristics, or morphology, of plants ...

Researchers found that some orchids abandon photosynthesis and feed on fungi when conditions allow. Instead of relying on ...

A new study has unveiled the profound impact of varying photoperiods on the circadian rhythm and photosynthetic efficiency of tea plants, offering a ...

From wild weeds and crawly spiders, to the populous ants and the popular butterflies, these field guides will help nature lovers identify several creepers, critter and creatures near and far.

Chitosan, a naturally occurring polysaccharide derived from chitin, has demonstrated significant potential as an antiviral ...

The Hoedowners Pairs & Spares Square Dance Club is starting a new beginner class. Free introductory classes will be offered from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Feb. 23. Class series begins March 2 and is $5 per week.

They constrict river flow and harm their ecology. Experts say efforts should be directed towards improving water quality ...

In 2023, scientists discovered thousands of unknown life forms in the Pacific Ocean. The discovery highlighted an unsettling ...