The poinsettia is not simply a plant associated with Christmas. It is one with roots in the Americas, culturally appropriated ...
A rare New Mexico flower is in danger of extinction and was listed as endangered under the Endangered Species Act, according ...
This story was authored by Eric Larson. When first introduced to the United States in 1825, poinsettias or Euphorbia pulcherrima were named “Painted Leaf” and “Mexican Fire Plant.” In 1822, Joel ...
NORTH CAROLINA— Scientists in North Carolina have determined that a species of riverbank wildflower conservationists have fought to protect since 2010 is actually two separate species — and the “new” ...