Scientifically, there is no distinct category for “tree” in plant taxonomy. A tree is a growth strategy in which a plant takes on a tall, woody structure to maximize sunlight access. This flexibility in form has resulted in some visually extraordinary tree species.
Related Posts
Study Traces the Ancestry of Roses, Revealing Two Key Origins in China
New genomic research reveals that all modern roses trace back to two wild ancestors in China, reshaping our understanding of rose evolution and guiding future breeding efforts.
Ancient Microbes “Rafted” on Ancient Bug Shells Out to Sea
The Cambrian Period saw the emergence of the first groups with hard body parts, such as early arthropods…
How Did Insects Manage to Learn to Fly?
Hundreds of millions of years ago, invertebrates like insects were among the first to venture out of the…
This mosquito species from Papua New Guinea was lost for 90 years – until a photographer snapped a picture of it in Australia
Tracking mosquitoes in our backyards, such as Aedes notoscriptus, helps authorities work out future health risks. Cameron Webb…