Vines compete intensely with trees. Their numbers are on the rise in many tropical forests around the world. A new study shows that lianas prevent canopy trees from producing fruit, with ...

The American persimmon tree’s scientific name, Diospyros virginiana, is loosely interpreted “divine fruit” or “fruit of the gods ... but can be over 100 feet tall in the bottomland forests of the ...

ABOUT 200 Flame of the Forest trees have been planted in Bukit Kledang as part of a plan to rehabilitate barren areas on the hill. The trees were planted along a 500m-stretch of Botak Hill (Kong ...

Unlike the prevalent red flowers, this variant contributes a distinctive chromatic element to our forests, underscoring ... in the two varieties of trees. But over a period of time, and with ...

FOREST and KIM STARR photo An African tulip tree in bloom is a remarkable burst of color. Consequently, the tree has earned many monikers: flame of the forest, fountain tree and fireball.

Much before the onset of summer, Butea Monosperma, popularly known as ‘Flame of the forest’ is in full bloom ... given its bright orange colour. These trees are distinct as they wear more ...

Natural forest regeneration is hailed as a cost-effective ... Researchers note that a range of strategies, such as planting fruit trees and preventing poaching, could enhance animal movement ...

Since fruit produced by trees is a critical food resource for many tropical forest animals, including monkeys, birds and insects, lowering its availability could jeopardize animal communities as well.