Have you ever sliced open a pepper or tomato, only to find tiny green sprouts poking out from the seeds? This surprising phenomenon, known as vivipary, might leave you wondering if your groceries have gone rogue. But fear not, these sprouted seeds are a natural occurrence, not a sign of spoilage. The mystery behind this early germination lies in the delicate dance between … [Read more...] about Don’t Panic, It’s Vivipary! When Seeds Germinate Inside the Fruit
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This strange-looking fruit has an incredible health benefit – do you know what it is?
There’s always undeniable beauty to be found in the world around us. An unquestionable part of the allure is the sheer variety of plants and flowers to be found, the rock formations, the vibrant colors, the rich smells and unusual sights. If you like to travel, you’ll know exactly what I’m talking about. One of the most enthralling things about visiting a foreign country is … [Read more...] about This strange-looking fruit has an incredible health benefit – do you know what it is?
Fruit to be stripped from trees at more than 2,000 California homes, state says. Why?
The California Department of Food and Agriculture has announced a significant initiative involving the removal of fruit from trees at more than 2,000 homes in Redlands, San Bernardino County. This large-scale fruit removal, scheduled to commence in late January, is a proactive measure to address the threat posed by the Oriental fruit fly, an invasive insect species. The … [Read more...] about Fruit to be stripped from trees at more than 2,000 California homes, state says. Why?
Vietnam’s Nighttime Dragon Fruit Spectacle: Illuminating Farming Innovation Near Ho Chi Minh
As the sun sets over the lush landscape of Vietnam, a remarkable sight unfolds beneath the night sky—vast expanses of dragon fruit farms aglow with a mesmerizing light. Flying over the countryside, particularly near Ho Chi Minh, one can witness this enchanting phenomenon that blends agricultural ingenuity with a captivating visual spectacle. The secret behind this luminous … [Read more...] about Vietnam’s Nighttime Dragon Fruit Spectacle: Illuminating Farming Innovation Near Ho Chi Minh
The “Gas Leak” That Forced The Evacuation Of The German Post Office Was Actually a Shipment Of The Stenchiest Fruit
Rotten onions, turpentine, and raw sewage are just a few of the typical parallels for the stench of durian, the world's stinkiest fruit. The bizarre, spiked fruit, native to Borneo and Sumatra, is the most divisive of Marmites in that while some people adore its strong odor and sweet flavor, others are so repulsed by it that they fear a chemical threat has been unleashed, which … [Read more...] about The “Gas Leak” That Forced The Evacuation Of The German Post Office Was Actually a Shipment Of The Stenchiest Fruit