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10 Beautiful Crassula Plant Options that reflect Greenery, Luck and Resilience
Explore this curated selection of the best Crassula plants, renowned for their resilience and beauty. Crassula Ovata, known as the Jade Plant or Money Plant, is celebrated for its ability to thrive indoors and outdoors with minimal care. Embodying qualities of prosperity and good fortune in various cultures, Crassula plants are not only ornamental but also act as natural air purifiers. With their distinctive succulent leaves and easy propagation, they make ideal companions for both novice and seasoned plant enthusiasts alike.
Don't miss the tree for the woods
That is also a point to ponder: why do we plant trees? Like ancient emperors used to plant them to offer shade to "weary travellers", did we plant them in recent decades to give respite to cars, two-wheelers, cats, dogs, fruitwalas, presswalas and chowkidar cabins from the scorching sun? Or something more?
On World Environment Day, Anant Ambani's Vantara unveils a powerful celebrity campaign, pledges 1 million trees annually for a greener tomorrow
Vantara, founded by Anant Ambani, launches a video campaign with top celebrities on World Environment Day to promote environmental conservation.
World Environment Day 2024: Wishes, quotes, messages to share with your friends
World Environment Day (Google Trends) World Environment Day is a special occasion to come together and appreciate the natural beauty of our planet. It’s a day to reflect on how we can protect and preserve the environment for future generations. Here are some heartfelt wishes, quotes, and messages to share with your friends, encouraging them to join you in making a positive impact on our world.
How Orangutan, also known as 'person of the forest', used a plant to completely heal big wound below his eyes
Rakus, a male Sumatran orangutan, demonstrated remarkable behavior after sustaining a facial wound in a fight. Researchers observed him treating the wound using leaves from a plant known for its medicinal properties. Rakus chewed the leaves to create a liquid, which he applied to the wound repeatedly, resembling a wound plaster. This behavior, rarely seen in orangutans, highlights their cognitive abilities and potential for self-medication.
Best bonsai plants in India that add a touch of greenery to your space
Do you know that apart from being an amazing add-on to your home décor, bonsai plants also purify the air and bring a sense of well-being? Maintaining a bonsai plant requires consistency and when you are consistent and punctual, your mind feels engaged and it ends up lowering your stress levels. If you are planning to buy one for your home or office, do not forget to check out the article featuring 10 beautiful bonsai plants.
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Best Jade plants in India for good luck and positive energy
From their rich cultural symbolism to their remarkable resilience, jade plants have earned a special place in Indian households as symbols of prosperity and positive energy and in this article you will find yourself delving into the enchanting world of jade plants made to cater to Indian plant enthusiasts. We have carefully curated a selection of the finest jade plant varieties suited for the diverse climates and lifestyles found across India.
Can we engineer our way out of the climate crisis?
As the risks became clearer, political and corporate leaders pledged to keep global average temperatures to no more than 1.5 degrees Celsius higher than before the Industrial Revolution. But for several months last year, the world briefly passed that threshold, sooner than many scientists expected.
Singapore Cherries: A surprising delight in quick-growing trees
The fast-growing Singapore cherry tree surprises with its delicious small cherry-like fruits, offering quick green cover and shade. Valued for its sweetness, it provides environmental benefits and cultural significance, ideal for combating tree loss in urban areas.
Climate change is shifting the zones where plants grow - Here's what that could mean for your garden
Spring brings gardening enthusiasts to stores. USDA's new map reflects climate change impact on plant success. Hardiness zones crucial for thriving plants in evolving climates. Temperature shifts and pests challenge gardeners, requiring adaptation for successful cultivation.
We can oil palm it off
Oil palm cultivation in India has the potential to significantly boost farm incomes while reducing the country's edible oil import bill. With sustainable practices, such as carbon sequestration and water management, oil palm can contribute to India's self-sufficiency and sustainability goals.
No SC greenlight for Vedanta's Tuticorin plant yet; expert panel likely to be set up to explore reopening of plant
The Supreme Court has proposed a bipartisan expert committee to investigate the reopening of Vedanta's Sterlite copper plant in Tuticorin, Tamil Nadu. The committee could consider compensation for non-compliance, but the Tamil Nadu government and others argue that certain things cannot be compensated. The court emphasized that India should not lose an asset but also put Vedanta under terms. The plant has remained shut since mid-2018 due to protests over pollution.
Valentine’s Day 2024 Amazon Sale - All you need for Valentines Day at one place
The Valentine's Day Amazon Store offers a wide selection of presents, ranging from traditional to unique, to suit every taste. Whether you're searching for a Valentine's Day 2024 gift to show someone you love them or just to say thank you, we have everything you need. There is a wide selection, so you can be sure to find the perfect Valentine's Day gift for your special someone. You may create a one-of-a-kind gift that they will always treasure with personalized alternatives.
Extreme heat represents a new threat to trees and plants in the Pacific Northwest
The Pacific Northwest experienced a record-breaking heat wave from June 25 to July 2, 2021, transforming the typically temperate region into a scorching heat dome. This ecological tragedy, had devastating effects on trees and animal species. In addition to the human toll, the heat dome resulted in widespread scorching of tree foliage, turning green leaves and needles into shades of orange, red, and brown. This new threat posed by extreme heat is being woefully underestimated.
Researchers come across unique egg-laying mammal & tree-dwelling shrimps!
This one-of-a-kind mammal, known as Attenborough's long-beaked echidna and named for Sir David, has the quills of a hedgehog, the snout of an anteater and the feet of a mole!
John Lewis unveils heartwarming 'Snapper, The Perfect Tree' Christmas Ad 2023
Certainly, the advertisement unfolds the narrative of a boy whose attempt to cultivate a grow-your-own Christmas tree results in the unexpected growth of a Venus flytrap, introducing the heartwarming tale 'Snapper, The Perfect Tree'. As the story progresses, the plant itself takes on a central role, displaying a desire to join in the festive celebrations with the family. Playing on the viewers' emotions, the plant is ultimately relegated to the cold outdoors to make space for a traditional Christmas tree.
Aging trees show a crisis looms for the world’s everything oil
Oil palms are nearing their commercial lifespan, which is a quarter century, which is leading to less yield of versatile edible oil. This oil is present in everything ranging from fuel, ice cream to cosmetics.
Van Gogh's swansong: New exhibition in Paris showcases the legend's last masterpieces
The exhibit includes 11 paintings that Van Gogh painted on unusual elongated canvases, experimenting to stunning effect.
UAE: Want to plant a tree? Open a bank account or stay in a hotel room
Dubai Islamic Bank (DIB) has announced its plan to plant a tree for every new customer who opens an account with the bank. DIB has partnered with Emirates Environmental Group and The Storey Group for this initiative. Customers will receive information about the trees dedicated to them. Rove Hotels has also pledged to plant one tree for every room booked during the COP28 conference.
Coal-fired contradictions: Why climate action needs a circuit breaker
China, despite being the world leader in renewable energy investment, continues to build new coal power plants at a rapid rate. This contradiction is not unique to China, as countries like Japan, India, Indonesia, and Vietnam also face similar challenges. The slow progress in decarbonization is often attributed to a lack of political will and low public awareness. To address this, there is a need for greater civic engagement and accountability of politicians. Additionally, the transition to a low-carbon economy faces barriers such as high costs and technological challenges.
State to plant one crore saplings on a single day: Assam CM
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has praised the Balipara Foundation's initiative to plant 1 billion trees in the North East region of India, as well as in Bangladesh, Bhutan, and Nepal. The initiative aims to raise $1 billion to restore and safeguard one million hectares of land across the Eastern Himalayas. The Chairman of Balipara Foundation, Ranjit Barthakur, described the initiative as a significant conservation effort for South Asia.
Mass afforestation drive in Bengal: White and red sandalwood trees planted along Red Road
Over the past decade, the forest area has witnessed an increase from 17.2% in 2011 to 21.6% in 2021. Additionally, the forest protected area network has risen from 4.5% to 5.2% of the state's geographical area. As part of ongoing conservation efforts, the state government secured a Rs 650-crore agreement under JICA assistance for forest and biodiversity conservation.
Amitabh Bachchan beams with pride as Mumbai earns 'Tree City of the World' title
Mumbai has been awarded the prestigious title for the second consecutive year.
In a first, US startup plants carbon-guzzler GM trees
Living Carbon, a San Francisco-based biotechnology company that produced the poplars, intends for its trees to be a large-scale solution to climate change.
Stocks in the news: Bajaj Auto, Infosys, HDFC Life, AR Wealth, MindTree and BHEL
Bajaj Auto, Shree Cement, Tata Elxsi, Oberoi Realty, Federal Bank, Just Dial, Spandana Sphoorty Financial, PLastiblends and Moneyboxx Finance are among the companies that will announce their results for September 2022 quarter today.
Grand Omaxe society: Noida authority demolishes multiple encroachments, removes trees planted by Tyagi's family again
The razing of encroachments, mostly temporary constructions outside ground-floor apartments, came in the wake of a 48-hour notice by the authority after palm trees were again transplanted outside Tyagi's apartment on Tuesday despite police presence.
Ultimate irony? A truck carrying chopped trees has this message
The picture was tweeted by Chhattisgarh IAS officer Awanish Sharan. It does not say when, or where, the picture was taken.
View: Let's not pretend planting trees is a permanent climate solution
Trees can quickly and cost-effectively remove carbon from the atmosphere today. But when companies rely on them to offset their emissions, they risk merely hitting the climate "snooze" button, kicking the can to future generations who will have to deal with those emissions.
One million trees planted on this island
The task was carried out by farming company Mahi Pono to meet Hawaii's food security needs.
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