Jacob S. Suissa receives funding from The National Science Foundation. He is affiliated with Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University, and Let's Botanize Inc. There are few forms of the botanical world ...

Scientists have discovered a fern from South China that naturally forms tiny crystals containing rare earth elements (REEs). This breakthrough opens the door to a promising new way of "green mining" ...

Step into the slow, soulful rhythm of provincial life in the Philippines. From early morning harvests and carabao rides to home-cooked meals by the palayan, Buhay Probinsya by Kabagis captures the ...

Those pesky, dim-lit, dark corners of your garden needn't remain barren — you can fill them with perennial ferns for an instant dose of calm and tranquility! Being forest dwellers, ferns are naturally ...

Q: I need an identification for a vine that is climbing up the side of my house and on a nearby tree. It is attractive and appears to be a fern. I did not plant it, so I am not sure where it came from ...

A Japanese painted fern grows in a lush green gardenscape - Moelyn Photos/Getty Images One plant that is often seen in shaded gardens is the Japanese Painted Fern (Athyrium niponicum). With its fronds ...

Ferns make stunning indoor and outdoor home decor with their lush green leaves and texture. But these common houseplants are popular for more than their looks; they're also super easy to grow! While ...

Everyone’s seen Rudolph Zallinger’s “The March of Progress” illustration showcasing the evolution of humans: from early primate ape ancestor, Dryopithecus, and progressing toward modern man, Homo ...

It's more important than ever to honor the many incredible contributions of the Asian American and Pacific Islander community to U.S. history. Read on to learn the rich history of AAPI Heritage ...