Glaciers support a unique community of plants, many of which are found nowhere else.

For some sand-dwelling plants, stickiness is a defense tactic that keeps predators at bay.

As invasive species transform the world, frontline agencies take solace that species needing unique partners can’t invade alone. A new study on figs shows they may find new partners to invade anyway.

Researchers have unearthed a 'biological switch' which could boost crop yield worldwide.

Six new species of toadstool have been found in the UK this year, including one found at Heathrow.

One in five species of maple are threatened in their natural habitats, an extinction study says.

Scientists use the precious element to grade the quality of the natural sweetener.