By quantifying the seed production of more than 700 trees species worldwide and how each species’ productivity can vary by location, two new studies can help boost the success of efforts to replant and restore forests after devastating wildfires, droughts or other disturbances. The studies, which synthesize data on species from the tropics to subarctic […]
These organisms have survived virtually unchanged through 5 mass extinctions and half a billion years. Source: Plants evolved even earlier than we thought, exquisite 3D fossils suggest | Live Science
A 30-year tree planting campaign in Portland, Oregon, allowed researchers to show that the number of trees planted in the street is associated with reductions in mortality, and that the association grows stronger as the trees age and grow. Source: Planting trees can save lives, study shows — ScienceDaily
We Studied the Tree Rings of the Batavia Shipwreck Timbers – They Told Us Much About Global Seafaring History Source: We Studied the Tree Rings of the Batavia Shipwreck Timbers – They Told Us Much About Global Seafaring History | Discover Magazine
After Friends of Trees planted 50,000 trees on Portland streets, researchers found that living near them reduced disease risk in residents. Source: Planting Trees in a City 30 Years Ago May Have Lowered the Risk of Deaths From Diseases | Good News Network
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A unique species on Socotra in Yemen, famed for its bright red resin and umbrella-shaped crown, has been in decline for years. Now islanders are leading efforts to save it Source: Saving the dragon’s blood: how an island refused to let a legendary tree die out | Yemen | The Guardian
Years ago, Hampton Lumber company decided to replant the hill’s trees with early-changing larch in the shape of a smiley face. Source: Lumber Company Grows Trees That Smile With Massive Grin for Oregon Drivers | Good News Network
Scientists have developed a method for the direct observation of fine roots, which control the uptake of nutrients and water by trees. This provides a valuable addition to the existing knowledge of carbon and nutrient cycling in the forest floor, leading to further understanding of the carbon cycle from the view point of initial carbon […]
Trees have a birthday, just like any other type of organism. Source: When did Earth’s first forests emerge? | Live Science
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