Author: Abdul Wahab
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Non-Flowering Plants
Nature has a wide range of plant species and they are classified into flowering plants and non-flowering plants. Flowering plants are famous for their beautiful flowers, but non-flowering plants are different in many aspects. Some examples of non-flowering plants are mosses, junipers, cedars, and redwood. What Are Non-Flowering Plants? Plants […]
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Plant Defenses
In the battle for survival, plants are normally seen as passive and inactive creatures against their predators called herbivores (plants-eating animals). However, that’s not true! Plants have developed basic and sophisticated defenses against herbivores and pathogenic infections. These defenses help plants to deter herbivores and sometimes become lethal for them. […]
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Poisonous Plants
Plants have evolved to protect themselves against potential threats of herbivores. They have developed many adaptations including the production of poisonous substances. These poisonous substances can cause itching, vomiting, diarrhea, and even death. The poisonous plants play an important role in nature. Let’s dig in deep! Why Plants Carry Poison? […]
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Carnivorous Plants
The battle for survival has evolved plants far beyond their conventional boundaries. Plants which are mostly thought of as static objects have put themselves in the race of predators. When the food becomes scarce, plants don’t just rely on photosynthesis. But many species of plants also eat meat as their […]
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Roots
The roots of a plant are its most essential parts. They grow in different patterns downward in the soil as compared to the plant’s stem and leaves. They store and provide water and nutrients from the soil, then transport them throughout the plant. Besides, they also help the soil to […]