The scientific name of the coconut is Cocos nucifera. This specific epithet, “nucifera,” means “nut-bearing” in Latin, aptly ...

Research shows that, instead of replanting rainforests, allowing them to bounce back naturally would store loads of carbon.

Human use of parasitoid wasps or other natural enemies to control pest populations is known as biological control, or ...

It can be hard to find high-quality tropical fruits if you live in, say, the Northeast or the Midwest, which is why we think ...

Jackfruit, a tropical fruit originating from Africa and Asia, is becoming a global sensation due to its exceptional health ...

MEXICO CITY -- Rafael weakened Saturday to a tropical storm and was expected to dissolve over the Gulf of Mexico in the ...

Bananas are our ultimate comfort fruit. Loaded with potassium, fiber, magnesium, and manganese, among others, they are ...

IT is a disease from the Victorian era but scurvy – caused by vitamin C deficiency – is re-emerging according to doctors. It was rife among seafarers between the 15th and 18th century because they ...

Research shows that, instead of replanting rainforests, allowing them to bounce back naturally would store loads of carbon.

One community, for instance, might rely on a crop that requires open spaces to grow. But if the locals can thrive with a ...

KOCHI: With a scaly, green exterior, which is a sharp contrast to its sweet and creamy pulp, sitaphal is ubiquitous in ...

Mangoes are so prized for their sweetness and rich color that gifts of the fruit have taken part in diplomatic efforts for ...