Gladiolas separated by space and time may be evolving into separate species

The ancient evolutionary struggle between plants and insect herbivores never fails to surprise us. Science proven, watch it yourself!

Thousands of overlooked plant specimens from this country could fill critical gaps in global biodiversity knowledge.

Digital revolution provides perfect opportunity to identify species.

"Our findings show how a hybridization event between species can spark the evolution of new traits, allowing even more species to emerge. We've finally solved the mystery of where potatoes came from." - Sanwen Huang

The exception that proves the rule: Cryptanthus bahianus takes the sweet route, not the aromatic one

Researchers at Colorado State University have found the genetic basis of attraction - if you’re a carnivorous plant seeking prey.

A specialised petal in a buzz-pollinated flower acts like a pollen traffic controller, guiding grains to the perfect spot on a bee’s body.

A plant hidden in a herbarium may prove to be unique to Hawai'i.

A deep dive into how the unique floral structures of Bauhinia galpinii have evolved to attract and interact with swallowtail butterflies.

What was thought to be a single vanilla orchid species turns out to be two distinct plants, both fighting for survival.

Some rice plants have evolved special flower traits to fertilize themselves instead of relying on the wind, helping them survive and reproduce more easily.