Q. Most examples of unusual wildlife are animals. Which plants do you think are notable, or at least interesting, in some way? A. I have received this question before, the first time being from Joab ...
When you think of predators, plants likely aren’t the first things that come to mind. Yet, in the fascinating world of carnivorous plants, some species have evolved remarkable ways to capture and ...
In Florida’s wetlands the carnivorous pitcher plant is blurring the lines between predator and ally. In Florida’s wetlands, the carnivorous pitcher plant is blurring the lines between predator and ...
Watch a carnivorous Venus flytrap growing and eating before your eyes in this time-lapse. A dormant flytrap was planted into a pot filled with soil mixture and moist wood fiber on the surface. We ...
A type of Japanese dogsbane releases a scent identical to wounded ants’ distress signal, drawing in scavenging flies that unwittingly pollinate it.
While hummingbirds love bright-colored flowers, that doesn't mean your yard won't benefit from a different shade. This ...