From simple algal forms to the most advanced angiosperms, calcium oxalate (CaOx) crystals
(CRs) occur in the majority of taxonomic groups of photosynthetic organisms. Various …

The biomineralization process is a mechanism inherent to all organisms of the Earth.
Throughout the decades, diverse works have reported that the origin of life is tied to crystals …

The study investigated calcium oxalate (CaOx) crystal composition, accumulation, synthesis,
and degradation in five rhubarb species from the North-Western Indian Himalayas …

Abstract Fibraurea tinctoria Lour.(Menispermaceae) is a medicinal plant used by many local
tribes in Indonesia and other countries. This species has pharmacological potential, such as …

Gypsophila L. taxa growing on gypsum soils have to withstand limiting and restrictive
conditions for plant life. This study aims to identify functional mechanisms determine the …

Nowadays, the scarcity of energy resources is promoting the search for alternative energy
sources, boosting interest in the use of forest lignocellulosic residue in the energy sector. In …

Increased temperature and water stress, alone and in combination, are among the factors
that have the greatest influence on plant development and reproduction. However, little …

A biomineral is a crystalline or amorphous mineral product of the biochemical activity of an
organism and the local accumulation of elements available in the environment. The cactus …

Embark on a journey through time and biology as we delve into the fascinating realm of
calcium oxalate crystals in plants. From their historical roots in the 1600s to cutting-edge …

The use of wild plants is considered to be an eco-friendly and promising natural resource. In
sandy desert habitats, Leptadenia pyrotechnica flourishes as a xerophytic shrub with high …