Tree shrews have a close relationship to primates and have many advantages over rodents in biomedical research. However, the lack of gene manipulation methods has hindered the wider use of this animal ...

A lemon tree planted outdoors is in bloom and also has ripe fruit ready to pick. - Kathrin Ziegler/Getty Images Growing your own lemon tree gives you back nothing but enjoyment. Ok, some trees have ...

Coconut trees grow slowly and are difficult to clone. Scientists at KU Leuven and the Alliance multiplied seedlings faster and conserved coconut genetic resources for the long term. This will help to ...

Hancornia speciosa fruit is highly desired for the juice and ice cream industry in tropical regions. A rapid reduction in germination ability of H. speciosa seeds has been a problem for its ...

THE author had wide experience in propagation in nurseries in New Zealand and in writes as a practical man for practical men. He has brought together in this book the results of his own experience and ...

The process of growing many plants from one plant by man-made methods is called artificial propagation of plants. A number of methods of artificial propagation of plants are used in agriculture and ...

Propagating a money tree is a procedure that’s both straightforward and fun. Pachira aquatica is an appealing foliage plant and, for aficionados of feng shui, one that can bring wealth and good ...

When seeds from a rare tree are difficult or impossible to obtain, what's a conservationist to due? Grafting may be the answer to the protection of a species endemic to the southern Mariana Islands.

Being able to multiply your houseplants is not only a fun thing to do, it's also a simple way to get more indoor plants for ...

Aspen trees are one of the most important in Scotland, yet due to deforestation and deer its population is falling. ALAN WATSON FEATHERSTONE reports on how Trees for Life are working to help the Aspen ...

Trees are a long-term investment for your garden, and they are incredibly easy to grow if you’re willing to be patient. While large oak and willow trees take decades to mature, there are plenty of ...