Learn how trees use massive amounts of water through the process of transpiration for the benefit of themselves and the Earth.

Diversity and culture are on display in this week’s top 10 things to do on the Big Island, from the types of events and activities happening to the people and places they represent.

Eremophilane-Type Sesquiterpenoids from the Fermentation Broth of Plant Endophytic Fungus Pestalotiopsis photiniae Isolated from the Chinese Podocarpaceae Plant Podocarpus macrophyllus.

Despite how small they are, bonsai trees can be quite expensive; factors like tree species, age, design, and artist play into how expensive the plant might be.

Tammy meets a bonsai master and her talented son, who shows how to create a miniature maple forest.

One of America’s largest bonsai tree collections recently celebrated its centennial with the largest exhibition on these miniature trees ever held. The collection includes some wonders of the ...

The dwarf podocarpus (Podocarpus macrophyllus 'Pringles') is a small evergreen shrub that's easy to maintain and great for privacy in warm climates.

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