Most orchid species have a symbiotic relationship with the natural fungi found in their roots. The plants provide the fungi ...

All 42 known species of the parasitic plant Rafflesia, often known as the corpse flower, are endangered due to runaway ...

Revealing a sensitive germination receptor in parasitic plants brings researchers closer to eradicating a major source of African crop damage and food insecurity. From summer to autumn in sub ...

Cactus with thick, twisted stems resembling a brain. Ancient plant with long, strap-like leaves, capable of living for ...

Some orchids stop making food and feed on fungi instead. Researchers found they do this only when conditions allow.

Why have some orchids stopped photosynthesis and become parasites feeding on fungi? Researchers found that in at least one species the transition may be driven by the opportunity -- more than by the ...

However, like for other parasitic plants, Balanophora subcupularis seeds are tiny and robust, and many survive the passage through the cricket's digestive tract unharmed.

Why have some orchids stopped photosynthesis and become parasites feeding on fungi? Kobe University researchers found that in at least one species the transition may be driven by the opportunity more ...

Most orchids live in a symbiotic relationship with fungi in their roots: The plants provide sugar they produce through ...

Scientists make major breakthrough in the fight against crop disease, saving money and helping to protect future food ...

A recent breakthrough by researchers led by Prof. Li Jiayang from the Institute of Genetics and Developmental Biology (IGDB) ...