Anthocyanins, the pigments that give blueberries their vivid coloration, are also recognized for their potential health ...

For the first time and with the help of CRISPR technology: A new large-scale genetic modification method makes it possible to reveal the role and properties of duplicated genes in plants The ...

While it was welcomed by advocates as a way of helping farmers make their plants hardier and yields higher, it was also met with concern from some who say it could threaten trade opportunities and cau ...

Catechins are the heart of tea’s flavor and health-promoting properties, especially the galloylated types such as EGCG and ...

Researchers are one step closer to understanding how some plants survive without nitrogen. Their work could eventually reduce ...

Plants do not suffer in silence. Instead, when thirsty or stressed, plants make “airborne sounds,” according to a study published today in Cell. Plants that need water or have recently had their stems ...

A "straight species" is a native plant in its original, wild form, while a "cultivar" is bred by humans for specific traits. Gardeners should consider a native plant's original environment to ensure ...