With bright green foliage and a compact habit, Dragon Prince™ Cryptomeria from the Southern Living Plant Collection is the ...

Researchers have developed a robot that identifies different plant species at various stages of growth by 'touching' their leaves with an electrode. The robot can measure properties such as surface ...

CR’s engineers test leaf blowers of all kinds each year, and they routinely find that for many yards, a handheld leaf blower is all you need. Usually weighing around 10 pounds, these handheld ...

A chemical called artemisinin is found in the root, stem, leaves, and blossoms of the mugwort plant. When eaten, artemisinin is said to cause gentle contractions of the uterus, which promote regular ...

Two small molecules that are produced by the plant Arabidopsis thaliana are shown to have the opposite effect on how fast its ...

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Picture yourself unwinding in a serene sanctuary filled with vibrant greenery and soothing fragrances after a long, stressful day. Indoor plants that help reduce stress not only enhance the aesthetic ...

Multiple studies have proven certain plants can absorb polluting organic compounds like formaldehyde and benzene through their leaves and roots. That absorption purifies the air around the plant.

Plant-based diets have soared in popularity as people look for ways to improve their health, reduce their carbon footprint, and consume less (or no) animal products. But while following plant ...

“After watching a video on the importance of having the correct pH or watering with the correct pH, this is the result of mine,” he said, pointing at the largest leaf on the plant. “I still can’t ...

Chlorophyll is what gives leaves their green color. With the arrival of fall, temperatures drop and daylight dwindles, causing plants to stop producing the compound, said Mukund Rao, a ...