Adventitious roots are roots that originate from nonstandard locations on a plant such as the stems or leaves. They can occur as part of a plant’s normal growth and development or they can arise ...

Plants can’t move, but they constantly adjust to survive. They reach for light, dig their roots deeper, and seek out water when drought strikes. A new study by researchers at the Institute of Science ...

Plants can't stay healthy without healthy roots. They're essential for absorbing water and nutrients and provide structure and support. Given how important roots are, you might assume that you should ...

playing a critical role in the colonization of plant roots. These findings open new avenues for interventions in both medicine and agriculture. Researchers at the University of Cologne's CEPLAS ...

Scientists have now devised a much easier method of making the things, by taking casts of plant roots. Putting it simply, a 3D microfluidic network is a series of branching micro-scale channels ...

Understanding how roots grow can help us develop plants that—for example—are more resistant to drought. Research by Prof. Bert De Rybel's team (VIB-UGent), in collaboration with the VIB ...

Wilting leaves, mushy stems, and stinky soil are all signs that your snake plant is suffering from root rot. It's a common problem for this popular houseplant, and stems from overwatering or poor air ...

She and the team found that using the force of gravity, roots weave their way through the soil to provide a plant with both structural support and essential nutrients. Taking a square Petri dish off ...