This article is about how drones and paramotorism are revolutionizing plant exploration. “Exploring plants from the sky isn’t just science—it’s a thrilling adventure that connects us to nature in bold new ways.” – The Economic Botanist You might picture plant science as something that happens quietly in greenhouses or deep in forests, with scientists hunched over…
This article is about how digital sequence information impacts plant conservation, agriculture and more! “Botany is the ultimate detective story—and with Digital Sequence Information, we’re just getting sharper magnifying glasses.” – The Economic Botanist You might think of plant DNA as something locked away in a lab—complicated, high-tech, and maybe only useful to scientists in white…
This article is about how botanical gardens play a crucial role in preserving biodiversity and understanding better how plants thrive in our ecosystem. “The quiet beauty of a garden holds louder truths about our future than we often realize.”– The Economic Botanist You might think of botanical gardens as peaceful places to walk, maybe enjoy a…
This article is about how digitizing herbaria is transforming botanical research, making plant collections accessible and advancing the study of plants worldwide. “In the world of plants, every leaf, stem, and flower hold a story. By digitizing these stories, we open a window into the future of botanical research, where science meets innovation.” – The Economic…
This article is about essential herbarium techniques for collecting, pressing, preserving, and documenting plant specimens accurately. “Each pressed plant tells a story—not just of where it grew, but of the hands that collected it and the care taken to preserve its fleeting beauty.” – The Economic Botanist If you’ve ever pressed a flower between the…
This article is about the history and future of economic botany, highlighting the role of plants in agriculture, medicine, industry, and sustainability. Learn about key collections and breakthroughs shaping global food security and environmental conservation. “Economic botany reveals the quiet power of plants—not just as food or medicine, but as the foundation of economies, cultures,…
