A new analysis from researchers at the Smithsonian's National Museum of Natural History reveals that nearly half of the genus ...

After consultation with his colleague Robert Morley, he realises with amazement that, unlike the dinosaurs, the relatives of ...

Using data from over 10,000 herbarium specimens, Smithsonian scientists uncover the urgent conservation needs of the plants, ...

While many people use traditional pine trees, some families prefer to decorate palm trees, Norfolk pines or other tropical plants that are more common to the islands. These trees are often placed ...

Casey Huckins, PhD and Jill Fisher teach this 2 credit course as a broad survey of the biology and ecology of tropical island plant and animal communities in marine and terrestrial systems. We learn ...

Located on the east side of the island, this lush, tropical garden features more than 2,500 species of rare and endangered plants. Visitors can hike the trails to see waterfalls, cross bridges and ...