Plant

Plant-based diets act as a natural barrier to dangerous snoring linked to health problems

Snoring and associated health risks can be minimized by adopting a healthier diet.

Plant, fruit analysis from Goliath's biblical city sheds light on Philistine rituals

In the systematic excavation project of the temple area in the lower city of Gath, a team from Bar-Ilan University has overseen the reconstruction of the plants used in Philistine rituals.

Ginat Tamar Nursery: A tranquil Baka spot withstanding time, development

Despite the salubrious appearance of the place, it seems there was something of an ulterior motive behind the choice of professional moniker

03/02/2024

Hebrew University plant experts discover problems in melon health

Hebrew University plant experts discover problems of bacterial fruit blotch and its impact on watermelon, cantaloupe, honeydew, and other melon crops’ health.

Has the missing link explaining ‘fairy circles’ been found?

The myth about dancing gnomes creating them comes from tales derived from Scandinavia, English, Celtic and French folklore.

£12 Plant worth £170 per leaf leaves couple astonished

A British couple strikes gold when they find a rare monstera plant on sale for a bargain price at a DIY store, only to later realize the true value of its leaves.

By WALLA!
03/12/2023

Without eyes, how do plants determine where light is coming from?

As seedlings emerge, their embryonic stems unfold and extend as they grow toward light.

Talking to plants could save their lives - here's how

‘Talking’ to plants with light could give them advance warning of impending dangers like insects or extreme weather

This is nuts: The shocking reality of how cashews grow

How are cashew nuts grown? You'll be surprised to discover how tricky they are to pick and how dangerous they are to eat when they're young.

By WALLA!
27/09/2023

Scientists make plant-based meat alternatives more ‘meat-like’

Using a process that only requires the addition of water, scientists have made plant protein from goopy and dry to juicy and meat-like.

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