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Why Do Peppers Feel Hot? The Science Behind Chilli Heat

Have you ever bitten into a chilli pepper and felt like your mouth was on fire? That burning sensation isn’t actual heat—your brain is...

The Tomato Scandal: How a Beloved Fruit Was Once Feared as Poison

Tomatoes are a staple in kitchens worldwide, starring in everything from pasta sauces to fresh salads. But did you know that for nearly 200...

The Future of Fruit: What Could Replace the Banana?

As Panama disease threatens to decimate the Cavendish banana, the world is left wondering what fruit might rise to replace the iconic banana in...

Apples have more genes than humans!

When you bite into a crisp, juicy apple, it might surprise you to know that you share a lot more with that fruit than...

Understanding F1 Hybrids in Gardening

In the world of gardening and horticulture, the term F1 hybrid often comes up when discussing seeds and plants, but what does it actually...

Marianne North : The Painter and Plant Collector

Today, we’re exploring the remarkable journey of Marianne North, a Victorian-era artist and plant collector who traveled the world to document exotic plants in...

The Legacy of David Douglas: A Pioneer in Plant Hunting

Today, we dive into the adventurous life of one of the most renowned plant hunters in history: David Douglas. You may not know his...

The crazy world of bananas

The history of bananas traces back thousands of years to Southeast Asia, where the banana plant (Musa species) is believed to have been first...

Earth’s Oldest Forest : The Gilboa Forest

The Gilboa forest, nestled in the hills of upstate New York, holds an extraordinary claim to fame: it is home to the remnants of...

Welwitschia mirabilis – The Immortal Desert Wonder

Imagine a plant that has been alive for over a thousand years, growing in one of the harshest deserts on Earth. It doesn’t look...

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