New Botanical Finds in 2009

22 Dec

Every time I read articles like this it reminds me of how evolution showcases God’s awesome creation, as opposed to detracting from it.

The largest of the new finds was a previously unknown giant of Cameroon’s rainforest, stretching more than 42m (138ft) into the canopy of the Korup National Park.

Also, if you’re concerned about your coffee, be concerned about climate change:

Dr Davis estimated that almost three-quarters of the world’s wild coffee species were threatened, as a result of habitat loss and climate change.

“Conserving the genetic diversity within this genus has implications for the sustainability of our daily cup, particularly as coffee plantations are highly susceptible to climate change,” he added.

via BBC News – ‘Bumper year’ for botanical finds

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