Scientists have solved the 130-year mystery of Stigmatodactylus sikokianus, a fungus-consuming orchid with a unique self-pollination method.

130 years after a fungus-eating plant received its name, a researcher has uncovered the purpose of the structure that inspired its name -- revealing a novel mechanism by which plants ensure ...

L ife can get a bit lonely for the orchid Stigmatodactylus sikokianus. It grows in dark and secluded places where it’s easy to miss and rarely visited by pollinators, but a 130-year mystery has ...

Kobe University researcher has uncovered the purpose of the structure that inspired its name—revealing a novel mechanism by which plants ensure reproduction.

More than 130 years after a fungus-eating orchid species was discovered, the purpose of its mysterious appendage has been revealed ...

as you’ll shock these tropical plants.” Using the wrong soil Orchids don’t grow well in traditional potting soil, the expert warned. Instead, they need a mix that allows airflow around the ...

Editor: As a senior dependent on the Lake Havasu Senior Center for social and mental stimulation please, help to maintain and support the inclusion of all seniors in the community and visitors in ...

When it comes to orchids, a little trim goes a long way toward turning your plant into a showstopper. Known for their exotic beauty and intricate blooms, orchids are fast becoming one of the most ...

Staff at the Cairns Botanic Gardens have been battling against the tiny Orchidophilus aterrimus, which has been threatening their rare and renowned orchid collection. The weevils damage a plant's ...

Unilever-owned brand, Dove has partnered with Crumbl for a new crave-able collection of body cleansing and care products. Dove will change the color of its packaging for the first time ever. Dove x ...