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Rafflesia arnoldii – The Stinking Giant

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Deep in the rainforests of Southeast Asia, a strange and spectacular flower blooms. It’s massive, it’s beautiful, and… it smells like a decaying carcass....

The Permian Period and Beyond

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The Evolution of Plants After the Carboniferous: The Permian Period and Beyond The Carboniferous Period, spanning from approximately 359 to 299 million years ago, was...

The Carboniferous Period: A Golden Age for Plants

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The Carboniferous Period (359 to 299 million years ago) was a transformative time in Earth’s history, particularly for plant life. During this era, plants...

The Age of Plants – The Devonian Period

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We’re going back in time to one of the most transformative chapters in plant history—the Devonian Period, also known as the ‘Age of Plants.’...

Plants That Listen: How Plants Detect and Respond to Sound

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It’s easy to think of plants as silent, passive life forms. But recent research is challenging this view, revealing that plants have their own...

The Surprising Truth Behind the Smell of Freshly Cut Grass

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The scent of freshly cut grass is one of the most recognizable and nostalgic smells of summer. For many, it brings memories of sunny...

When Mushrooms Ruled the Earth

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We’re stepping back in time, way back, to a period in Earth’s history when fungi ruled the land. Yes, you heard that right—there was...

The Ginkgo Tree: Living Fossils and Symbols of Resilience

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The ginkgo tree (Ginkgo biloba), often called a "living fossil," is one of the most remarkable plants in the world. With its unique fan-shaped...

Strangler Figs – The Trees That Take Over the World

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Have you ever wondered what those incredible, otherworldly trees are that seem to grow right out of the ancient ruins of Angkor Wat or...

The Amazing Properties of Sunflowers

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Welcome back to Local Gardener, where we dig into the world of plants and gardening! Today, we’re shining a light on one of the...
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Delve into the fascinating world of plants with articles that explore botany, plant science, and the rich history of greenery across the ages. From the intricacies of photosynthesis and plant anatomy to the stories of historic botanical discoveries, this category is your gateway to understanding the science and heritage of the natural world. Whether you’re a gardening enthusiast, a science lover, or simply curious about the plants around you, there’s always something new to learn here!

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