Botanical Scientist

Uncover the fascinating science of trees

Did you know... millions of years ago the bacteria that allowed trees to rot and decompose didn't exist yet, so trees would just fall on top of one another, eventually compressing into coal!Learn more about dead trees
Did you know... when Apollo 14 landed on the moon in 1971, it wasn't just astronauts that went to space but also 500 tree seeds that went along for the ride before being planted back on EarthLearn more with BRIT collections

The science of fruits and nuts

Did you know... plants have been historically used as "bush medicine" around the world, often brewed in a tea for drinking, added to water to bathe in, or applied directly to the bodyLearn more with Bahamas National Trust

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