Plant Ecology
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The Tall Grass Prairie Projects of Manitoba
Tall grass prairie, which once covered large portions of Manitoba, is still preserved in the southern part of the province, as well as a garden in the heart of Winnipeg.
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Black Mangroves
Avicennia germinans is one of 4 species of mangroves found in the tropics and sub tropics.
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Red Mangroves
The red mangrove is one of 4 species of mangroves found in the mangrove community of the tropics and subtropics.
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Sri Lanka Upper Montane Rainforest Biodiversity
The ancient flora and unique fauna found in cloud or misty forests of Sri Lanka's central hills provide a veritable source of fascination for scientists and laymen alike.
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The Basics of Seed-Starting
Understanding the needs of seeds leads to greater success in the garden.
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How to Tell the Oaks Apart
North American oaks separate naturally into two groups having many distinct characteristics described here.
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The Ecology of Mast Cropping
The phenomenon of plants producing massive crops of seeds affects both wildlife and humans through a chain of changes in reproductive success.
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Where are All the Acorns?
Oaks across much of the US produced a bumper crop of acorns in 2007, but in 2008, there is a lack of acorns across most of the country.
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A Gardener's Brief Guide to Plant Hardiness
Find out more about what plant hardiness means and how to improve it in your garden.
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Why Are Seeds the Size They Are?
Why are some plant seeds almost invisible, and others large enough to hurt if they fall on your head? Evolutionary biologist Angela Moles travelled the world to find out.
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Autumn Foliage Displays
Fall colors are furnished by increased carotenes and anthocyanins that regularly serve in photosynthesis. They play different roles in the autumn.
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Vines Take the Left Hand Route
An Australian plant researcher finds that climbing plants and bathwater don't obey the Coriolis effect, and twist anticlockwise even north of the Equator.
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Weed Dispersal by Machinery
Machinery carrying soil and plant fragments can be a significant dispersal agent for environmental weed species.
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Environmental Weeds
Weeds, including escaped garden plants, pose serious threats to native flora and fauna. Control is costly and preventing new introductions is critical.
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Epiphytes
Epiphytes are plants that grow on other plants, using them for support.
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