TCU/FWBG research reveals crucial benefits of urban forests
Exciting new research conducted in collaboration with the Texas Christian University (TCU) Environmental & Sustainability Sciences Department highlights the vital ecosystem services provided by urban forests with a specific focus on the Garden’s South Woods.
Get to know the Garden’s new flagship Texas plants and the interns researching them
Every year, the research team adopts a few special plants as a focus for study and conservation, especially for the student interns who join the Garden every summer. This year, interns and their mentors are paying special attention to two plants, a wildflower native to Texas and a rare and remarkable native orchid, Meanwhile a third intern is investigating fungi growing in the Garden itself.
New Release Raises International Profile of BRIT Press with Exploration of Plants of Somaliland
The publishing arm of the Garden’s research organization, BRIT Press, recently introduced a new guide to the plants of Somaliland. The 148-page text is the first of its kind for this region of east Africa and an opportunity for the Press to share its commitment to the highest quality scientific publishing with an international audience.
Falling Temperatures, Singing Frogs and Sleepy Goats: Recapping Research Observations at Eclipse in the Garden
The April 8 total solar eclipse wasn’t only a once-in-a-lifetime experience–it was also a unique opportunity for Garden researchers and members of the community to get involved in community science initiatives. So, what did our teams observe that memorable day?
Invasive Plants Don’t Stand a Chance Against their Floppy-Eared Nemeses: Goats in the Garden
Guests arriving at the Native Texas Boardwalk in early April will find the Garden has employed some unusual temporary staff of the four-legged variety. Goats are coming to the Garden.
Enjoy Strawberry Shortcake, Guacamole, Wine, Chocolate and Coffee? Thank a Pollinator!
Pollinator populations are on the decline around the world. What would life be like without butterflies, bees and hummingbirds?
Journey to the Jurassic When You Explore the World of Ferns
When dinosaurs first walked the earth, non-flowering plants dominated the planet. That means if you want to picture dinosaurs in their natural habitat, you need to imagine lots and lots of ferns.
Where in the World Is the Research Team in 2024? Look for Our Botanists in Madagascar, Madrid, Manila and Beyond
The Research program has a busy year planned involving international travel, conference presentations and new projects starting as ongoing projects wrap up. Here’s a look what 2024 holds for our botanists.
Photoperiodism, Promotion, and Poinsettias: The Botanical History of a Holiday Favorite
The poinsettia is a quintessential part of typical holiday decor. It’s a plant with a curious history that stretches from the Aztecs to a pioneering American diplomat and a family of plant-savvy Californians. Learn all about the holiday favorite, poinsettia.
So Why Do Trees Lose Their Leaves? There’s More Going On than You Might Expect
It’s a fact so obvious that we named an entire season after it: fall leaves fall from trees. But what’s going on within the plant during that process? A lot more than you might think.
