The genus Melaleuca is often known as the ‘paper-bark’ and has over 200 recognised species. Melaleuca belongs to the myrtle family Myrtaceae. Melaleucas may be trees or shrubs depending on the species. Heights range from 2 to 30 metres tall. …
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Phloem is part of the vascular system in a plant. It carries food substances from the leaves, where they are manufactured, to all other parts of the plant. Phloem cells are long, living cells with sieve plates at either end. These…
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In the mid-20th century, biologists found that linear sequences of genes located on specific sites of chromosomes are what drive the laws of inheritance. Here is one example: If both of one’s parents have blue eyes, both parents carry the…
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Plants use glucose in a variety of ways that are essential to their growth and survival. Glucose aids in overall growth, allows for respiration through the cell walls and is also stored for future use in the roots, as well…
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Some of the most unusual plants in the world are fascinating examples of nature’s wonders. The Venus Flytrap is one of these wonders. This plant is known to trap insects. This is a plant that snaps shut in less than a…
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The relatively small islands of Great Britain can boast a coastline that stretches for more than 10,000 miles due to all its “ins and outs” and the huge number of even smaller outlying islands. The coasts therefore provide environments for…
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Do stem cells save lives? This is a question that has yet to receive a clear answer, as the research is still in it’s infancy. Sure, there is anecdotal evidence of a person being “cured” by stem cells, but science…
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The world is filled with every type of animal species. Some are adorable (cute) while others are regarded as ugly and not worthy of keeping as pets. Man has been able to domesticate some animals but there are others he…
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Leonotis Leonurus (Lion’s Tail (Flowers sometimes resemble the ears of a lion 13 ) or Wild Dagga or Cannabis 4) member of the mint family of plants. 1 Wild Dagga is a strong shrub, which grows: Two to three inches…
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The short answer to why viruses are referred to as obligate parasites is that they cannot reproduce outside their host. Some authorities employ the word ‘grow’ for reproduce. Both terms bear the limitations of both English and current scientific understanding….
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