Plants

Fossils 23 hours ago

Ancient plant life unearthed in 53-million-year-old forest in Tasmania

A recent Ph.D. graduate conducted a dig in a 53-million-year-old forest, where she uncovered ancient plant fossils, including several new species.

LIFESTYLE August 26

The Great Basin bristlecone pine, dating back almost 5,000 years, is world’s oldest tree

Great Basin bristlecone pines are the oldest trees in the world. They date back thousands of years and are extremely rare, only located in a few U.S. states.

HEALTH August 23

The health benefits of moringa include settling inflammation, lower blood sugar, according to experts

Moringa is a plant product that has been associated with several health benefits. Moringa is sold as a powder on its own, but is also commonly combined into green proteins.

Deals August 6

Turn your sunroom into a greenhouse with these finds

Add pots, shelving and seating to your sunroom to create the greenhouse of your dreams, right inside your home.

DRINKS July 24

Tequila is more than just a shot, plus other fun facts about this spirit

Fox News Digital spoke to two tequila experts to find out how to best enjoy this spirit, as well as to learn some of the history and methodology behind how it is made.

LIFESTYLE July 18

Key Largo tree cactus no longer exists in US: 'My eyes bugged out'

A tropical cactus that was once found in the Florida Keys no longer exists in the United States, the result of sea-level rise, hurricanes and herbivory, a field biologist tells Fox News Digital.

LIFESTYLE July 12

Visiting a US national park this summer? Once there, don't do this or you'll be fined

The National Park Service preserves natural and cultural resources and prohibits visitors from picking wildflowers from its 429 parks nationwide with fines costing up to $250.

TRAVEL July 11

Gardens outside Paris make spectacular impression on tourists as flowers turn heads and calm souls

Monet's Gardens at Giverny, France, just 50 miles outside Paris, inspired Claude Monet to become the master of impressionism. The gardens inspire countless tourists to this day.

China July 10

This desert moss could help support Martian colonies, according to a study from China

Possible Martian colonies could be sustained in part by a super resilient desert moss species known as Syntrichia Caninervis, a study by the Chinese Academy of Sciences showed.

LIFESTYLE July 6

This popular flower is in sensational form in New England this summer

Hydrangeas are in a great bloom this summer across the northeast due to last year's rain fall and a mild winter. Gardening expert shares tips and trick to achieve spectacular blooms.