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Brazilian Flowers Employ Pollen Catapults to Dominate Pollination Battles
Flowers of Hypenia macrantha in Brazil have been observed using an intriguing strategy to boost their chances of successful pollination. These blooms, which feature both male and female reproductive organs, employ a pollen catapult mechanism. When hummingbirds visit during the flower's male phase, the plant releases a burst of pollen, knocking off ...
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Scientists Unravel Rose Genetics: How Eastern and Western Species Created Modern Varieties
A recent study uncovers the genetic origins of modern roses, showing how Eastern and Western species combined to create the roses we know today. Led by Professor Zhangjun Fei at the Boyce Thompson Institute, researchers mapped the genome of the modern rose variety ‘Samantha®’ and sequenced 233 other rose varieties. The study sheds light on bre...
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9 Lakh Tulips To Be Planted Across Delhi Ahead Of Flowering Season In 2024
Delhi will be adorned with over nine lakh tulips during the flowering season, Raj Niwas officials said on Wednesday.
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Spruce Up Your Space: Stylish Pots, Planters And Artificial Flowers Now At Up To 85% Off On Myntra
Revamp your living space with vibrant artificial flowers, chic planters and elegant pots at unbeatable prices on Myntra. Elevate your home dcor and bring a touch of nature indoors with this exclusive sale offering up to 85% off.
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Popular Flowering Plant Can Give You A Heart Attack, Warn Experts
Foxglove is a flowering plant that is native to Europe and Asia, but has become a beloved garden favourite worldwide.
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Viral Image Shows Pink Flowers Blooming In Antarctica, Here's The Truth
Many users pointed out that the image is misleading and fake, and such claims have gone viral in the past too.
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Over 6 Lakh Flowerpots, Foliage To Adorn Delhi Roads, Venue For G20 Summit
Nearly 6.75 lakh pots of flowering plants and foliage will adorn designated roads and venues in Delhi for the G20 Summit next month, Raj Niwas officials said on Sunday.
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This South African Flower Creates Fake Flies To Attract Pollinators
The Gorteria diffusa from South Africa is the only daisy that produces a three-dimensional fake female fly to entice male flies to pollinate it.
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New 'Glass-Like' Orchid Species Discovered In Japan
A new species of orchid with delicate, glass-like blooms has been discovered by Japanese scientists, who found the pink and white plant hiding in plain sight.
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2 Men, In BMW, Steal Potted Plants Kept On Nagpur Road As G20 Decoration
Two young men who allegedly stole potted plants put up on a road here as part of the beautification drive ahead of G20 meetings have been arrested by the police.
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"BJP Grew Flowers In UP Using Bulldozers": Yogi Adityanath
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday said that BJP grew flowers using the bulldozers from the thorns that were planted during Samajwadi Party's time.
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Ahead Of G20 Meet, Delhi's Crucial Sardar Patel Marg To Get A Makeover
The crucial Sardar Patel Marg is getting a makeover ahead of the G20 meetings, with new white and bright orange railings, green patch belts with flowering plants, and 112 national flags.
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World's 'Most Poisonous Plant' Found In British Garden's Flower Beds
Gardeners frequently employ the castor oil plant in their displays, however it contains the poison ricin, which can be fatal if consumed.
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Video Shows Frogs Nestled in Dahlia Flowers, Internet Is All Hearts
The video of frogs nestled in dahlia flowers at a farm is too cute to be missed.
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Flowers Left For Queen Elizabeth To Be Composted, Re-Used In Parks
The sea of floral tributes left in London's parks for Queen Elizabeth II will be composted and re-used on planting projects, the city's Royal Parks said Tuesday.
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Brazilian Flowers Employ Pollen Catapults to Dominate Pollination Battles
Flowers of Hypenia macrantha in Brazil have been observed using an intriguing strategy to boost their chances of successful pollination. These blooms, which feature both male and female reproductive organs, employ a pollen catapult mechanism. When hummingbirds visit during the flower's male phase, the plant releases a burst of pollen, knocking off ...
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Scientists Unravel Rose Genetics: How Eastern and Western Species Created Modern Varieties
A recent study uncovers the genetic origins of modern roses, showing how Eastern and Western species combined to create the roses we know today. Led by Professor Zhangjun Fei at the Boyce Thompson Institute, researchers mapped the genome of the modern rose variety ‘Samantha®’ and sequenced 233 other rose varieties. The study sheds light on bre...
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9 Lakh Tulips To Be Planted Across Delhi Ahead Of Flowering Season In 2024
Delhi will be adorned with over nine lakh tulips during the flowering season, Raj Niwas officials said on Wednesday.
-
Spruce Up Your Space: Stylish Pots, Planters And Artificial Flowers Now At Up To 85% Off On Myntra
Revamp your living space with vibrant artificial flowers, chic planters and elegant pots at unbeatable prices on Myntra. Elevate your home dcor and bring a touch of nature indoors with this exclusive sale offering up to 85% off.
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Popular Flowering Plant Can Give You A Heart Attack, Warn Experts
Foxglove is a flowering plant that is native to Europe and Asia, but has become a beloved garden favourite worldwide.
-
Viral Image Shows Pink Flowers Blooming In Antarctica, Here's The Truth
Many users pointed out that the image is misleading and fake, and such claims have gone viral in the past too.
-
Over 6 Lakh Flowerpots, Foliage To Adorn Delhi Roads, Venue For G20 Summit
Nearly 6.75 lakh pots of flowering plants and foliage will adorn designated roads and venues in Delhi for the G20 Summit next month, Raj Niwas officials said on Sunday.
-
This South African Flower Creates Fake Flies To Attract Pollinators
The Gorteria diffusa from South Africa is the only daisy that produces a three-dimensional fake female fly to entice male flies to pollinate it.
-
New 'Glass-Like' Orchid Species Discovered In Japan
A new species of orchid with delicate, glass-like blooms has been discovered by Japanese scientists, who found the pink and white plant hiding in plain sight.
-
2 Men, In BMW, Steal Potted Plants Kept On Nagpur Road As G20 Decoration
Two young men who allegedly stole potted plants put up on a road here as part of the beautification drive ahead of G20 meetings have been arrested by the police.
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"BJP Grew Flowers In UP Using Bulldozers": Yogi Adityanath
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday said that BJP grew flowers using the bulldozers from the thorns that were planted during Samajwadi Party's time.
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Ahead Of G20 Meet, Delhi's Crucial Sardar Patel Marg To Get A Makeover
The crucial Sardar Patel Marg is getting a makeover ahead of the G20 meetings, with new white and bright orange railings, green patch belts with flowering plants, and 112 national flags.
-
World's 'Most Poisonous Plant' Found In British Garden's Flower Beds
Gardeners frequently employ the castor oil plant in their displays, however it contains the poison ricin, which can be fatal if consumed.
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Video Shows Frogs Nestled in Dahlia Flowers, Internet Is All Hearts
The video of frogs nestled in dahlia flowers at a farm is too cute to be missed.
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Flowers Left For Queen Elizabeth To Be Composted, Re-Used In Parks
The sea of floral tributes left in London's parks for Queen Elizabeth II will be composted and re-used on planting projects, the city's Royal Parks said Tuesday.
