For a plant, life in Argentina’s Monte Desert is hard enough. Daily temperatures can fluctuate dramatically; it rarely rains, ...

A new fuzzy plant species called the "Wooly Devil" has been discovered amongst the arid landscapes of Big Bend National Park in Texas.

G ardening in desert conditions can be challenging, but it's also incredibly rewarding! The key to success lies in selecting ...

A volunteer spotted the tiny, fuzzy plant with maroon florets while exploring the remote northern corner of Big Bend National ...

Desert plants may have to go without fresh water for years at a time. Some plants have adapted to the arid climate by growing long roots that tap water from deep underground. Other plants ...

Scientists used terahertz imaging to study agave plants' water storage. Findings could improve drought-resistant crops.

Qatar, which sits 190 kilometres (120 miles) south of Iran, relies heavily on desalination for its water supply, as do other ...

Hot, arid deserts like this are found on almost every ... It’s these conditions which make it very difficult for plants to flourish. However, some do, like ghaf trees, salt bushes and this ...

Still, the plant's identity eluded them. Now, more than a year later, scientists have confirmed that what they came across in the arid Chihuahuan Desert was an entirely new plant species – the ...