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November 5, 2023

New Plant Discovery in Arunachal Pradesh: Meet the Lysionotus Ziroensis!

Tucked away in the lush, green folds of Arunachal Pradesh’s Lower Subansiri district, a new botanical wonder has emerged. Meet Lysionotus ziroensis, the latest addition to the family of epiphytic plants that

OKNP botanists Devin Rodgers and Toby Shaya

Discovery·Plant Life

Kentucky’s Latest Natural Marvel: The Carnivorous Sundew Makes Its Debut

Kentucky’s plant scene just got more interesting! The Office of Kentucky Nature Preserves (OKNP) has found something special – a carnivorous plant, the Round-leaved Sundew, right in our backyard. This isn’t just a new plant; it’s a whole new perspective

November 13, 2023

Choctaw Nation’s Heirloom Seeds Set for Space Station in Groundbreaking NASA Mission!

Plant Life·Space·USA

The Choctaw Nation and NASA are teaming up in a historic move, sending Choctaw heirloom seeds to the International Space Station(ISS). This November, the

The Deceptive Dangers of Pokeweed: A Threat to Home and Health

Nature·Plant Life

Pokeweed, or pokeberry, is a plant with striking purple berries that pose a serious health risk if ingested, particularly for children and pets. Known

Andes Cloud Forest, Photo Source Flicker

Climate·Plant Life·Science

New Study Reveals the Silent Role of Forests in the Climate Change Fight

In the ongoing global pursuit of sustainable solutions to combat climate change, recent studies have illuminated the pivotal role that diverse forests play in the intricate web of carbon capture and greenhouse

Karmactive Staff

December 11, 2023

Plant Life·Pollution

Satellite Research Shows Reduced Weekend Pollution Boosts Plant Growth in Europe

As Europe grapples with escalating concerns about air quality, a groundbreaking study conducted by Lorenzo Rosa and his team at the Carnegie Institute for Science sheds light on a potential solution. A

Karmactive Staff

November 29, 2023

Plant Life

The Puppet Master Revealed: Unraveling the Mystery of Bulbophyllum Macrorhopalon

A video posted by the Instagram page Orchids of Kurt closely examines and depicts “The Puppet Master,” Bulbophyllum macrorhopalon. Indigenous to New Guinea, this species thrives in montane forests at elevations around

Karmactive Staff

November 24, 2023

Climate·Nature·Plant Life

UCLA Researchers’ Study Illuminates Plant Traits, Guiding Future Habitats

Coupled with various anthropogenic factors, climate change is reshaping the habitats of numerous native trees and plant species across California, posing a significant threat to their survival. Recently published in Functional Ecology,

Govind Tekale

October 12, 2023

Discovery·Nature·Plant Life

Nature’s Big Comeback: Extinct Oak Tree Found Alive in Texas!

In a breathtaking twist, the Quercus tardifolia, believed to be extinct, has resurfaced in Texas’ Big Bend National Park. America’s national parks aren’t mere tourist attractions; they’re biodiversity strongholds, preserving ecological wonders.

Govind Tekale

September 7, 2023

Nature·Plant Life·USA

Climate, Caterpillars, and Canopies: Unraveling Tongass Forest’s Battle with Budworms

The seemingly idyllic Tongass National Forest has been under siege. In the wake of a major blackheaded budworm infestation, countless acres of the expansive forest were stripped of their greenery, leaving a

Govind Tekale

July 28, 2023

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