How sunflowers see the sun
Researchers discovered that sunflowers don't rely on phototropin for heliotropism; instead, they exhibit a unique gene expression pattern when growing outdoors, suggesting multiple pathways for light-sensing and growth.
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195 ways to help California’s painted ladies
A new study has identified 195 previously unknown nectar plants for the painted lady butterfly, providing a source of food in Southern California. The research suggests that droughts may impact the butterflies' ability to reproduce, but the discovery of these nectar plants offers hope for their survival.