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Researchers have isolated a giant virus, which was named Jyvaskylavirus. The discovery shows that giant viruses are more common in northern regions than researchers have thought. It also illustrates that there are still many structures whose origins and functions have not been properly studied.

Starch and oils are known as storehouses of carbon in plants. However, the way in which carbon resources are allocated during metabolism in plants remained unknown. Now, however, using a forward genetics approach, researchers have identified that a gene named LIRI1 regulates this process, significantly increasing oil storage in leaves while reducing starch levels. Their findings provide insights into carbon allocation mechanisms, offering the potential for the development of renewable biofuel resources or low-starch foods.

The pedunculate oaks typical of Leipzig’s floodplain forest and other German oak forests are struggling to regenerate in the understorey due to a lack of light. One reason for this is the absence of flooding in floodplain forests. In a two-year oak experiment in Leipzig’s floodplain forest, researchers found that the current tree dieback — caused by drought and pest outbreaks — combined with the thinning of certain understorey species, can actually support oak regeneration.

The pedunculate oaks typical of Leipzig’s floodplain forest and other German oak forests are struggling to regenerate in the understorey due to a lack of light. One reason for this is the absence of flooding in floodplain forests. In a two-year oak experiment in Leipzig’s floodplain forest, researchers found that the current tree dieback — caused by drought and pest outbreaks — combined with the thinning of certain understorey species, can actually support oak regeneration.

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The HC Companies and Classic Home and Garden have united to launch the new North American brand Growscape.

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While Westhoff was planning its 2025 California Spring Trials display, the team was also brainstorming for next season and beyond.

The post Westhoff Update: A Focus on Petunias, and an Updated Supplier Network appeared first on Greenhouse Grower.

Aloe congolensis (Congo Aloe) is a small, clustering succulent that forms rosettes of stiff, plastic-like, wedge-shaped leaves …

The post Aloe congolensis (Congo Aloe) appeared first on World of Succulents.

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At California Spring Trials 2025, Dr. A talks with Darwin Perennials about its new, late-flowering phlox series.

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