Plants using C4 photosynthesis grow 20-100 percent quicker than more common C3 plants by altering the shape, size and structure of their leaves and roots, according to a new study. Plants using C4 ...

Researchers have developed a new algorithm to bolster what once were static models of root dynamics, providing researchers a clearer picture of what's really happening beneath the soil. The work ...

Scientists identify genes affecting root length that could make it easier to breed drought-resistant wheat. Wheat is a key crop for ensuring global food security, but drought associated with climate ...

A global analysis deep in soil found 20% of plants studied have an unexpected deeper set of roots more than 3 feet underground. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate ...

The field of plant science has long been intrigued by the adaptive responses of roots to environmental cues. Due to their ...