A rare fossil plant reveals how early plants moved water and food, helping to explain the secrets of tree growth.

From morning glories spiraling up fence posts to grape vines corkscrewing through arbors, twisted growth is a problem-solving ...

Using a computer model that reveals how plants grow thicker over time, biologists have uncovered how cells are activated to produce wood tissue. Understanding the genetic and molecular signals behind ...

When plants take in too much energy, they don’t get fat — they lighten up. They absorb more sunlight than they need to power photosynthesis, and they get rid of the excess solar energy by emitting it ...

Native along the entire East Coast and west to Missouri and Texas, this slow-growing, pyramidical holly can reach 25-60 feet ...

Nicotiana benthamiana plants in a lab at UC Davis. Plants form new branches when a hormone called strigolactone breaks down. UC Davis plant biologists have now defined the enzymes that break down ...

If a jade plant has only been overwatered once or twice, placing it in a bright spot and adjusting the watering schedule may be all it needs to recover, says Hancock. Warm, ample light will give jade ...

Imagine if our bodies could grow new organs throughout our entire lives. Plants do this constantly, thanks to tiny, powerful ...

Discover how often to water your peace lily to keep it healthy and vibrant. Learn about the factors that influence watering frequency and the best practices to avoid common mistakes.