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Winegrowing and soil health: towards alternatives to copper? The wine industry represents a major socio-economic agricultural sector on an international scale. However, growing vines

Why are plants in extreme environments often ball-shaped? Extreme environments, such as high Mediterranean or Alpine mountains, arid or pre-Saharan environments, or

Why do some mountains host more migratory birds, while others favour sedentary species? A new study, published in the Journal of Biogeography, reveals that the answer lies in

Scientists are racing against time to bring the “zombie tree” back to life. The case of Rhodamnia rubescens is both fascinating and worrying:

Since prehistoric times, humans have used dye plants to colour fabrics, works of art and everyday objects. Among these, buckthorn berries (Rhamnus cathartica) are known for producing