Plant Science News
Exploring Drought Resistance in Enhanced Wallflowers
A study reveals that wallflowers with four sets of chromosomes show enhanced drought resistance by activating key genes and developing a protective waxy leaf coating.
Wildfire Recovery: Climate Matters More Than Terrain or Rain
Researchers at the University of New Mexico find that post-fire climate has a greater impact on vegetation recovery than immediate fire effects, influencing long-term ecosystem resilience.
How Tomato Roots Evolved Unique Compounds
Michigan State University researchers uncover how tomato plants evolved to produce defensive chemicals in roots, hinting at plant's ability to adapt gene functions.
Creating a Powerful Antioxidant Blend from Lemongrass, Caraway, and Sweet Flag
Scientists discover that blending essential oils from lemongrass, caraway, and sweet flag can create a powerful natural antioxidant mix, potentially replacing synthetic options in food and medicine.
How Tarragon Powder Improves Bread Dough and Quality
Tarragon-enriched bread could offer higher protein, fiber, and antioxidants, improving health benefits without sacrificing taste, according to Turkish researchers.
Mint Plant Response and Chemical Changes to Stimuli
Researchers have found that treating peppermint with methyl jasmonate can boost its defense enzymes and alter oil composition, enhancing its medicinal potential.
Sweet Potato Leaves as Natural Protectors Against Sea Water Metal Corrosion
Exploring nature's secrets, scientists have created an eco-friendly corrosion inhibitor from sweet potato leaves that protects aluminum alloys by forming a protective layer with 94.6% efficiency.
Melatonin Helps Grape Plants Stay Green and Resist Salt Stress
Melatonin helps table grape seedlings withstand soil salinity and alkalinity by preserving photosynthesis, boosting sugar and proline levels, and enhancing antioxidant defenses.
How Plants Spread Doesn't Match Their Growth in Cold Regions
A study on Marion Island's plants reveals that a species' ability to spread seeds may not be the key to its range expansion, challenging previous ecological assumptions.
Biochar from Waste Boosts Tomato Plant Growth
Researchers at Sapienza University of Rome have developed a slow-release fertilizer from licorice waste, boosting tomato health and reducing environmental harm.
Exploring the Health Benefits of Cultivated Strawberry Guava
Researchers have developed a way to grow strawberry guava, a fruit with high antioxidants and health benefits, in a controlled environment, paving the way for commercial use.
Natural Proteins to Stop Fruit Fungus After Harvest
Discover how scientists are using plant proteins as a natural defense to extend the shelf life of fruits and vegetables, offering a safer alternative to chemical fungicides.
Tomato Gene SlNAP1 Controls Ripening Through Growth Hormones
Scientists at Gansu Agricultural University have identified a gene, SlNAP1, that plays a crucial role in the ripening of tomatoes, offering insights to improve crop yields and shelf life.
How Melatonin Helps Young Apple Trees Resist Salt Stress
Melatonin, known for regulating human sleep, shows promise in boosting plant growth and resilience in salty and alkaline soils, improving crop health and yield.
Mapping Disease Risk in Sponge Gourds with DNA Markers
Researchers have identified natural disease resistance in luffa plants, offering a sustainable way to protect crops from the devastating Fusarium wilt.
Unveiling How Fenugreek Produces Its Unique Compounds
Researchers have found a way to boost the production of a cancer-fighting compound in fenugreek using a plant defense stimulator, offering new agricultural and pharmaceutical potential.
Genetic Clues in Island Palms Aid Conservation Efforts
Two Caribbean palm species face contrasting fates: one thrives under protection, while the other suffers due to grazing. Genetic studies reveal their uniqueness, guiding urgent conservation efforts.
How Mushrooms Use Plant Fibers for Growth
Researchers find that common mushrooms can fully utilize lignin, a tough plant polymer, for growth, challenging previous beliefs and potentially impacting carbon cycling and climate models.
How Salmonella Bacteria Cling to Spinach Without Sugar Signals
Researchers reveal how Salmonella bacteria cling to spinach, with the FimH molecule playing a key role, opening doors to preventing contamination in fresh produce.
How Cabbage Family Plants Stop Harmful Bacteria Enzymes
Cabbage and kale could be our new allies in the fight against drug-resistant infections, with compounds in these veggies showing promise in inhibiting harmful bacteria.
Date Palm Extract's Effects on Rat Liver Damage by Mercury
A study reveals that date palm extract may protect against mercury-induced liver damage, offering a potential natural defense against environmental toxins.
Creating Powerful Fungus-Fighting Nanoparticles from Mint Leaves
Scientists have developed eco-friendly nanoparticles using plant extracts that effectively combat plant pathogens, offering a greener alternative to chemical fungicides.
How Mandarin Trees Build Defenses with Fungi Help
Discover how citrus plants tackle stress: Yangtze University researchers reveal two enzymes that respond to heat and fungus, offering clues to boost crop resilience.
How TrPLDs Influence Apple Disease Severity
Researchers reveal that disabling a specific gene in the fungus Trichothecium roseum hampers its ability to infect apples, offering clues to protect crops.
Boosting Pickle Flavor with Special Bacteria
Researchers have developed probiotic-rich pickles that maintain health benefits over time, using encapsulation to protect the bacteria in the acidic environment.
Eradicating Stomach Infections with Thyme Oil Microsponges
Researchers have developed thyme oil microsponges for treating stomach ulcers, offering a stable, controlled-release alternative to traditional medications.
Creating a Quick Test to Tell Apart Different Honey Types
Researchers at McGill University have developed a faster, reliable method to detect honey fraud, ensuring consumers get the authentic sweet treat they're paying for.
Leaf Extract-Made Nanoparticles to Fight Tomato Blight
Silver nanoparticles, made using eco-friendly methods, show promise in fighting tomato early blight, offering a sustainable alternative to chemical fungicides.
Exploring the Evolution of Endangered Pasqueflowers
Researchers at Liaoning University have discovered a new plant species, Pulsatilla saxatilis, and are now exploring its unique genetic blueprint to understand its evolution and aid in conservation.
Uncovering Plant-Based Treatments to Combat Breast Cancer
Medicinal plants show promise in treating aggressive HER2-positive breast cancer, with extracts inhibiting cancer cell growth and reducing key protein expression, offering a potential natural therapy.
A New Test to Detect Okra Disease Accurately and Quickly
Researchers at Shimane University have developed a precise DNA test to detect a fungus threatening okra crops, enabling early intervention to protect this vital plant.
Enzyme Key to Preventing Early Sprouting in Rice
Researchers crack the code on a major rice farming issue, tackling 'preharvest sprouting' by singling out the genetic culprit, promising better yield protection.
Spinach DNA Unlocks Secrets of Its Journey and Key Crop Features
Scientists have unlocked the genetic secrets of spinach, tracing its global journey and identifying genes linked to key farming traits, paving the way for improved crop varieties.
Apple Gene Helps Plants Survive Drought and Salt Stress
Scientists have engineered a plant gene, MdLBD3, to boost tolerance to salt and drought and trigger earlier flowering, offering a genetic tool for hardier crops.
How a Tiny Genetic Change Affects Tomato Firmness
Scientists have pinpointed a gene that affects tomato firmness, potentially leading to longer-lasting, more transportable tomatoes through genetic modification or selective breeding.
Tomato Health and Fruit Count Check Using Smart Algorithm
An intelligent system using advanced deep learning now helps farmers by efficiently detecting tomato diseases and accurately counting fruits, promising higher yields and modernized agriculture.
How Two Proteins Work Together to Soften Peaches as They Ripen
Scientists identify key genes behind the quick softening of peaches, offering insights into prolonging their shelf life without affecting taste or nutrition.
Green-Made Magnetic Particles with Guava Leaf Enzyme for Cleaning Dyes
Researchers at Galala University have developed a green nanocomposite using guava leaf extract that can effectively remove pollutants and fight bacterial infections.
Exploring Plant DNA Damage by Natural Toxins Cadaverine and Putrescine
A study reveals that compounds from decomposing bodies, cadaverine and putrescine, can harm plant growth and genetic material, raising concerns about cemetery soil pollution.
Analyzing Mushroom Polysaccharides with New Extraction Methods
Researchers have revolutionized the extraction of beneficial compounds from the reishi mushroom, making it faster and more sustainable, promising enhanced health supplements.
Quinoa's Cold Stress Response and Key Gene Discovery
Scientists are exploring ways to prevent quinoa's premature sprouting by studying cold-resistant varieties and the plant's stress response at the molecular level.
Friendly Bacteria Fight Fungus and Boost Tomato Plant Health
Scientists discover that Bacillus methylotrophicus DCS1, a bacterium, can protect tomato plants from fungal diseases, offering a greener alternative to chemical pesticides.
Exploring the Genetic Secrets Behind Wood Growth in Fragrant Rosewood
Researchers at Hainan University have uncovered how genetic processes shape the growth of Dalbergia odorifera, a plant prized for its wood and medicinal uses.
Electric Pulses Enhance Oat and Barley Dough for Better Flatbread
Researchers at the University of Zagreb have found that pulsed electric field treatment can enhance the health benefits of oat and barley flours, potentially leading to healthier bakery products.
Aloe Vera Cream's Effect on Mild Radiodermatitis in Breast Cancer Patients
Alantel®, a natural cream, shows promise in reducing skin irritation in breast cancer patients undergoing radiation, potentially improving their quality of life.
Shrimp Shell Extract Fights Fungus in Strawberries After Harvest
Scientists have developed a natural preservative from shrimp shell waste that effectively combats fungal decay in strawberries, offering a sustainable alternative to synthetic chemicals.
Exploring the Diverse Genetic Roots of Wild Rye Grasses
Researchers reveal that the Elymus plant group has at least two distinct origins, with American and Eurasian species forming separate genetic clusters, reshaping our understanding of their evolution.
Tibetan Sea Buckthorn's Secrets to Mountain Survival and Healthful Compounds
Explore how the hearty Hippophae tibetana shrub survives the harsh, high altitudes of the Qinghai-Tibetan Plateau, offering insights into plant adaptation.
Analyzing Persimmon Compounds for Brain Health Benefits
Scientists find that persimmon fruit contains natural compounds that may protect brain cells from inflammation and oxidative stress, offering hope for neurodegenerative disease treatment.
Genome Insights Into Mountain Plant Survival and Health Boosting Compounds
Researchers have decoded the genome of the Tibetan sea buckthorn, revealing its unique adaptations to survive high altitude and intense UV radiation, including DNA repair and disease resistance genes.
Eco-Friendly Cotton Made with Plant Extracts and Essential Oils
Scientists at Lodz University of Technology have created an eco-friendly cotton fabric coated with chitosan and natural agents like aloe vera and cinnamon oil, offering strong antibacterial properties and biodegradability for medical use.
How Pepper Plants React to Different Nutrients in Hydroponics
Researchers at Arak University found that bell pepper plants' health under low oxygen varies with different nitrogen sources, aiding in flood resilience.
How Cadmium and Copper Affect Pumpkin Seed Growth and Health
A study reveals that while zucchini seeds can still sprout when exposed to heavy metals like cadmium and copper, their growth and health are significantly impaired.
Amphibian Skin Bacteria Boost Plant Growth and Hormone Response
Bacteria from tropical frog skin could revolutionize agriculture by naturally boosting plant growth, offering a sustainable way to increase crop yields.
How Storage Conditions Affect the Shalimar Apple Freshness
Discovering the best way to store 'Shalimar' apples, researchers find that controlled atmosphere at 1°C keeps them firm and tart, while dynamic CO2 monitoring preserves their aroma.
Oak Tree Adaptation and Vulnerability to Climate Change
Researchers at National Taiwan Normal University are studying how the oak species Quercus longinux adapts genetically to climate change, using landscape genomics to predict survival.
Improving Fertilizer for Orchid Growth Based on Plant Needs
Discovering the perfect nutrient mix for orchids, scientists at São Paulo State University enhance growth and flowering potential for these soil-less beauties.
Boosting Plant Growth with Carbon Materials: Shape Matters
Beijing scientists boost plant defenses using carbon nanomaterials, offering a greener alternative to traditional pesticides and promising improved crop resilience.
Exploring the Protein Makeup of Rice Linked to Sake Quality
Discover how the proteins in rice shape the taste of sake: Researchers reveal how protein content varies in rice grains, impacting the flavor and quality of this beloved Japanese wine.
How Different Trees Alter Soil Nutrients in Rainforests
Discover how the Czech Academy of Sciences reveals the intricate dance of phosphorus in tropical rainforests, impacting plant growth and ecosystem balance.
Apple Protein MdBT2 Lowers Drought Tolerance by Targeting MdHDZ27
Researchers at Linyi University have discovered a protein in apples that enhances drought tolerance, offering new insights for developing resilient crops.
How Two Types of Licorice Plants Withstand Salt Stress
Discovering how some licorice plants thrive in salty soils could help grow this medicinal herb in challenging conditions, ensuring its availability for health uses.
Unraveling Growth Secrets of a Medicinal Herb Through a Molecular Lens
Researchers at Guangxi Vocational University of Agriculture reveal insights into the growth of Stephania kwangsiensis, a medicinal plant with nutrient-storing stems.
Unlocking the Secrets to More Wheat Grains through Genetics
Scientists develop a groundbreaking wheat hybrid with a higher grain count, aiming to boost global crop yields by identifying the genes behind productivity.
Measuring Nutrients in Bananas as They Ripen
Discover how bananas become more nutritious as they ripen, with increased antioxidants and minerals, guiding us to eat them at the perfect time for health benefits.
How Sugar Beet Roots Import Sugar and Glucose Efficiently
Discovering how sugar beets absorb sugar could implement advancements in sugar production, extend agriculture, and propel bioenergy innovation. Researchers identify crucial substances involved, paving the way for enhanced crop efficiency.