Biology
Fat in Vietnamese Nopal cactus seeds is higher than that of Germany
Scientists from Polytechnic University (VNU-HCM) and Hanoi Polytechnic University have taken seeds from red ripe fruits of Nopal cactus grown in Ninh Hai district, Ninh…
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Biology
Cactus can also generate electricity
French scientists at the National Center for the first time produced electricity from a cactus that could light a light bulb.
Biology
Breeding Nopal cactus
The Center for Experimental Biology (Institute of Technology Application) successfully propagated Nopal cactus originating from the Americas. Nopal cactus originated fro…
Animal world
10 interesting secrets about the woodpecker
Pileated ants, the largest species in North America, tucked their heads into the trunk at 24km / h, 20 times per second. So why don't their heads melt to pieces?
Scientific application
Techniques to plant and care for cacti
For a long time, cactus has become a popular ornamental plant because it is easy to grow and does not need too much care.
Environment
Human anti-drought weapons are here
Cactus, a species that often lives in arid deserts, may be the solution to the prolonged drought in California, USA.
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Strange houses in the world
With creative ideas constantly architects have created construction projects despite natural standards, such as upside-down houses, suspended in trees, or stacked like r…
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The 'giants' in the desert
Saguaro is a species of giant cactus, the symbol of southwestern America.
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'Discover healthy indoor plants
Indoor plants are a less expensive solution, bringing fresh air to our living space.
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Unbelievable sight in the desert
The desert is a dry place, so if you meet the pictures below you will be surprised to know they were taken in the harsh lands.
Videos
The way camels chew on prickly cacti
Camels can devour a spiny cactus full of spines thanks to the specially constructed part of the mouth.
Videos
Video: Blooming beauty of cactus flowers
Many people still believe that blooming cactus flowers are the magic of nature. Indeed, seeing this firsthand, how subtle it is to see it.
Medicine - Health
Successfully tested Czech beer from cactus
According to a reporter in the Czech Republic, a brewery in the country has succeeded in experimenting with brewing beer from Nopal cactus.