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In the weird world of chlorophyll-free “fairy lantern” plants, there’s a new species to admire. By plant standards, Thismia are truly odd. Lacking chlorophyll, they eschew photosynthesis, instead ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Pollination can be a pretty cut-throat process in the plant kingdom ...

An unusual arrangement of leaves in a 407-million-year-old fossilized plant is complicating scientists’ understanding of plant evolution. Most land plants living today have spiral patterns involving ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Asparagus is a perennial plant that, once established, will produce edible spears year after year. One ...

The video explores the weirdest things that have triggered a Venus flytrap’s deadly snap. It reveals how insects aren’t the only victims caught inside its leafy jaws. Researchers break down the ...