Scientists discovered trees use a biological clock to time growth. Changing this clock helps trees grow better and adapt to new environments.

When it comes to reforestation, planting a diversity of tree species could have a plethora of positive effects on forest ...

Many of us form highly meaningful connections with our leafy companions – including mourning a plant when it dies.

Over one-third of the compounds were terpenoids, chemicals that plants use to ward off threats like insects and pathogens. Terpenoids are already known for their medicinal uses. Some can fight cancer, ...

There’s a notable connection between nature lovers and their personality traits. This bond to the great outdoors ...

A recent series of studies suggests that the brains of birds, reptiles and mammals all evolved independently — even though ...