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Why do we paint tree trunks white?
You might find it confusing to see healthy trees along the street suddenly painted white from branch to branch. But there's a reason for that.
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Biology
The world's oldest tree is about to be officially recognized.
A giant tree that has survived for thousands of years in a forest in southern Chile is about to be recognized as the world's oldest tree.
Biology
The world's strangest tree defies all laws of physics
To this day no one knows exactly how the fig tree came to be in that location, or how long it has been growing.
Environment
Strange Island with Giant Trees in Russia
Located in Russia's Far East, Sakhalin Island is said to be home to giant versions of common plants, such as buckwheat, burdock and morning glory… which can grow up to 5…
Biology
Strangely, the world's largest cashew tree is twice as big as a football field.
This is also the world's largest cashew tree recognized by the Guinness Book of World Records, with a canopy covering an area of about 8,500 square meters.
Biology
Vietnam has a strange plant that can be drunk directly from the stem, easily addictive
This drink is taken directly from the tree trunk and can be drunk immediately without any processing.
Biology
The most beautiful 'lonely tree' in Vietnam: Centuries old, trunk wide enough for 5 people to hug around
This lonely tree and dozens of trees in the ancient nghien forest in Can Ty commune, Quan Ba district, Ha Giang province are red nghien trees, extremely rare, about 250…
Biology
Species thought to be extinct for more than 100 years suddenly 'revived' spectacularly, making scientists extremely happy
The disappearance of this animal made scientists extremely regretful.
Biology
What is a tiger tongue plant? Feng Shui meaning and notes when planting the plant
Green plants are not only beautiful, but also bring fresh air. Tiger tongue is one of them, let's learn about this plant with us!
Biology
Mystery of 'Tree Hugging Buddha Statue' in China: Experts Decode from Story Retold by Village Elder
Today, the ancient tree in Kao Ting village is known as 'one of the most unique relics in China - the thousand-year-old camphor tree embracing a Buddha statue'.
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Why do some cicadas only emerge once every 17 years?
Cicadas, beetles with distinctive chirping sounds, are often associated with hot summer days.
Biology
The fastest plants in the world
Contrary to popular belief, plants are not always static but can act very quickly, with timescales measured in milliseconds.
Biology
Mysterious 'ghost' tree lives without photosynthesis
Containing no chlorophyll and requiring no sunlight, the ghost tree hides deep in the dark forests of Africa and Asia.
Biology
How do palm trees survive hurricanes and tornadoes?
Many people are impressed by the resilience of beach palms. After storms, many plants are destroyed, but palms often survive. So why?