Many factors must interact perfectly to disperse the seeds efficiently without destroying the plant too early.

New research into the biomechanics of explosive seed dispersal in squirting cucumbers (Ecballium elaterium) reveals how these ...

New research into the biomechanics of explosive seed dispersal in squirting cucumbers (Ecballium elaterium) reveals how these plants have adapted a ...

As invasive species continue to inflict billions of dollars of damage in the U.S. every year, officials are doing their best to educate the public to help minimize their impact. In the case of ...

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Further, the metashells were capable of jumping on assorted surfaces, including solid ground, sand, snow and water, and at temperatures under 15° C. In a demonstration of its seed dispersal ...

These metashells can jump on various surfaces, such as solid ground, sand, snow, and even water, at temperatures less than- 15 degrees Celsius. One exciting application is seed dispersal.

Indore: A drive of dispersing seed balls via hexacopter drones was inaugurated in the tribal-dominated Jhabua district to increase green cover over its hilly terrains under the ‘Jal Ganga ...

The booming call of mantled howler monkeys echoes throughout the forest. Rain soon starts to fall, lightly at first but it crescendos, drenching the plants and leaving a chill in the tropical forest.

It discusses how humans collect seeds for agriculture, while also examining natural dispersal mechanisms such as wind, water, and animal transport.

A recent study co-authored by Bucknell University Professor Chris Martine, biology, David Burpee Professor in Plant Genetics & Research, demonstrates how traditional practices of the Martu Aboriginal ...

In a nutshell Ancient plant mystery solved: Scientists have finally uncovered how the squirting cucumber achieves its explosive seed dispersal through a sophisticated system of fluid redistribution ...