"Natural beauty is essentially temporary and sad; hence the impression of obscene mockery which artificial flowers give us." John Updike (1932 - ), American novelist, "Rhyming Max," "Assorted Prose" ...

Geologists at Ohio State University have found evidence of silk spinning structures on the fossilized body of a long-extinct relative of modern spiders, one that lived 55 million years before the ...

Here, we review evidence that has accumulated, primarily in recent decades, for the long-term human transformation of tropical forest ecosystems. Our review is not exhaustive, but rather seeks to ...

Despite widespread insect declines, plants are experiencing “unprecedented levels of insect damage” in comparison to their fossilized counterparts, according to new research by a trio of scientists ...

Artificial plants have evolved dramatically from the stiff, plastic versions of the past. Modern faux greenery looks incredibly realistic, bringing the beauty, color, and vibrancy of live plants into ...

Plants first appeared on land around 500 million years ago, and subsequently radiated to occupy almost every habitable terrestrial niche. Although the exact number of land plant species remains a ...

Modern artificial plants offer a realistic and low-maintenance way to bring greenery into homes. They eliminate the need for watering, pruning, and sunlight, making them ideal for busy individuals or ...

As cities in India grow denser, skyscrapers dominate the urban landscape. But with increasing concerns about pollution, climate change, and urban heat islands, the need for integrating greenery into ...