In a groundbreaking study, scientists at the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service (ARS) redefined the value of roots in industrial hemp, providing new opportunities for ...
As a Duke undergraduate who took Bio 347L, Plants and People, in spring 2024, I witnessed firsthand the shock and devastation of my professors, Dr. Kathleen Pryer and Dr. Michael Windham, when the ...
Roots. We all have them! In one way, our human roots are the anchors that keep us functioning. In the plant world, roots essentially function the same way. They physically anchor and support the stem, ...
LARAMIE – The specific traits of a plant’s roots determine the climatic conditions under which a particular plant prevails. A new study led by the University of Wyoming sheds light on this ...
Trees can grow to a very large size both above and below the ground. The roots of a tree, though not visible, are vital to its functions. They anchor and support the tree, store energy as starch ...