Baobabs reach extraordinarily old ages. Some have been found to be thousands of years old. During these life spans, elder baobabs have survived erratic climate conditions. As an ecologist who has ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Baobabs are the most iconic trees on the savannah; and also the longest-lived. Its size is so impressive that its hollow stem can ...

African violets can be tricky to grow and get to bloom. Try these watering, repotting and fertilizer tips for African violet care.

Starting next month, the Lloyd Library & Museum will open its doors to a multi-faceted exhibition delves into the rich history of African botanicals and their influence on the Americas. Spearheaded by ...

Once pushed close to extinction, South Africa’s pepper bark tree is showing signs of recovery. Community efforts and science ...

Mamadou, a social media influencer and wildlife aficionado, is out with a highly amusing take on African lions discovering the advantages of utilizing trees from which to hunt and observe. His video ...

Thousands of seeds from native African tree species and indigenous varieties of crops have been deposited in the cold, dry rock vaults of the Svalbard Global Seed Vault in the permafrost of northern ...

Seeds from 19 species of African trees have been added to the Svalbard Global Seed Vault in Norway. The trees were selected by the World Agroforestry Center for their value to communities across ...

In the drylands of Benin, west Africa, livestock farming is under growing pressure. These vast, hot landscapes cover roughly 70% of the country's land area. Their sparse pastures and scattered trees ...

Question: Our African irises have been in bloom after forming a large clump. When can they be divided and how to make smaller clusters? Answer: After enjoying the spring display of blooms it’s time to ...