Botany
More than 10,000 years ago, indigenous peoples in the southwestern united states transported a wild potato species across long distances, extending its range beyond natural habitats. A new study reveals evidence of this movement through archaeological tools and genetic analysis, suggesting early steps toward domestication. The findings highlight ongoing cultural significance for navajo communities.
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Tiny moss plants, often overlooked, are proving valuable in criminal investigations by revealing precise locations of crimes. A new study reviews 150 years of cases where bryophytes like moss provided key evidence, including a 2011 case in Michigan that located a buried child. Researchers urge law enforcement to consider these small plants as silent witnesses.