Floral art helped break down gender barriers in science
The lives of two pioneering female botanical artists have been highlighted in new research that shows how art helped breakdown gendered barriers in science.
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‘How I feel on a Friday’: Putricia begins final slump
Superfans of a viral and rare botanical sensation continue to wait over an hour to catch a glimpse of the giant foul-smelling flower.
‘Blessed be the bloom’: Putricia begins rare unfurling
Devotees have flocked to witness the rare unfurling of a foul-smelling corpse flower which has attracted an unlikely online following.
Aussie science tackling rusty plant threat
Queensland scientists have developed an environmentally friendly RNA-based spray to help combat myrtle rust, which has wiped out many Australian plants.
New high-tech home for priceless treasures
A priceless treasure trove of plant specimens scientists rely on to chart environmental declines has a new high-tech home in Sydney.