In 1876, British explorer Henry Wickham collected thousands of rubber tree seeds and associated know-how to establish plantations in Southeast Asia—the first documented case of biopiracy.

Routine checks can prevent infestation. Although the Almaciga Tree does not produce conspicuous flowers, it produces cones that are essential for its reproductive cycle. These cones release seeds that ...

The oil derived from the seeds of the Nigella sativa plant, indigenous to South Asia, known as black seed oil, has been widely appreciated for its plethora of health advantages for a long time.

Growing apple trees from seed isn't hard, but it is an exercise in patience. Have you ever driven out to the country for the requisite apple picking fall activity before coming home to bake a warm ...

Nyssa — Another name for the tupelo tree. 45. Riven — English ... Onyx — Greek, inspired by the black gemstone; mysterious and strong. 83. Vesper — Latin, meaning "evening" or "evening ...

More than 150 school students have sown the first set of seeds for what will eventually be 20,001 trees. The students, aged between eight and thirteen years, planted 2,500 Ghaf seeds in Sharjah's ...

Bald cypress and water tupelo trees reach for the sky in the dark, shallow water. Visitors may see pileated woodpeckers, an array of songbirds and waterfowl. Snakes, of course, call the swamp home.

People flock from all over the world to see our suburbs awash with mauve blooms. Every year in late spring ... be seen over your house and from a distance for your entire neighbourhood to enjoy! Can ...

The same can’t be said for many introduced trees. And the exotic trees that are recognized by insects might not have the right-shaped flowers ... varieties. Black gum, aka black tupelo tree ...