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Specimens of an endemic plant from the Galapagos found in “critically endangered” status

A recent expedition of environmental researchers in the Ecuadorian archipelago of the Galapagos managed to locate 16 specimens of Scalesia retroflexa, an endemic plant in critical danger of extinction whose population was limited to 21 specimens. These are protected...

Conicet Rosario: Innovative discovery about rosemary plant made by its researchers

Rosemary, that unmistakable aromatic plant common in the culinary world, is also an excellent protector for crops against pathogen attacks, as shown by research conducted by a team from Conicet led by María Rosa Marano at the Institute of...

Do you know the 5 ecological benefits of hemp?

Outstanding are the ecological benefits of hemp, with applications focused on environmental care. We demonstrate that a productive development can arise from a simple yet sophisticated plant. Phytoremediation Hemp removes heavy metals from the soil, possessing the ability to decontaminate soils....

A plant with tentacles and alien appearance, new to science, is discovered.

In the depths of the tropical jungles of peninsular Malaysia hides an astonishing and uncommon plant with tentacles: Thismia malayana, as reported by Noticias Ambientales. This species, recently discovered by researchers in the region, has astonished experts due to its...

Plants that purify the air in enclosed spaces

When we spend a lot of time in **indoor spaces**, it is essential to remember that certain everyday elements can release unwanted compounds. To **ensure that the air we breathe is healthy**, we can use a simple and pleasant...

5 Easy Homemade Hydrogel Recipes to Care for Your Plants

In this article, you will learn how to make **homemade and natural hydrogel** for plants, using easy-to-find ingredients and following recipes that are not only (https://noticiasambientales.com/animales/como-eliminar-los-caracoles-del-jardin-de-forma-ecologica/), but also allow you to reuse materials you already have. This is a creative...

Scientists capture plants’ first conversation for the first time

A group of Japanese scientists has succeeded in documenting for the first time the conversation among plants exchanging warnings about possible threats. The discovery, published by researchers from the University of Saitama, reveals the complexity of biological interactions in plant...

Smart substrates for producing seedlings: INTA’s innovation

The National Institute of Agricultural Technology (INTA) of Mendoza presented an innovation for crops: smart substrates for producing seedlings. They were presented by the Cuyo Innovation Hub (NiC) in the last days of the year. These products are from Ghrẽtek,...

Two decades of growth: San Pedro solidifies as the land of nurseries

Although many people associate San Pedro with oranges, peaches, and other stone fruits, the last twenty years have positioned this town in Buenos Aires as a land of nurseries. The process of subdividing the land into small lots led historical...

What is black frost and how does it affect plant tissues?

Black frosts are an atmospheric phenomenon that occurs when temperatures drop below 0 degrees Celsius, but without the formation of visible frost on surfaces due to the low humidity in the air. During the winter season, black frosts mainly occur...

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Florida’s sewers are full of alligators

A famous urban legend holds that the sewers of New York are filled with blind albino alligators. These mythical...