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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