Close up of chimp looking intently at plants

Chimpanzees Choose Medicinal Plants That May Help Humans

Should we be paying attention to medicinal plants preferred by chimpanzees? Scientists say, definitely.
Orangutan sitting in rain forest chewing a plant leaf

Orangutans Self-Medicate With Dracaena

Yes, even great apes self-medicate. Scientists observe Bornean orangutans making lotions out of dracaena plants and spreading the solution on their tired muscles.
Close up of monarch butterfly perched on a purple thistle plant

Monarch Butterflies Use Medicinal Plants for Health Benefits

Are insects more intelligent than we think? Monarch butterflies aren't just pretty. They also know about medicinal plants.
Close up of dried green tea leaves on a wooden spoon

New Study: Green Tea Might Block Viral Growth

Green tea drinkers might be on to something as science proves the tea plant can prevent the replication of abnormal cells as well as viruses such as the one responsible for COVID-19.
Close up of pineapple-shaped flowers of the autumn pineapple flower plant

Can Medicinal Plants Regenerate Bone Tissue?

South Africa's autumn pineapple flower is creating a buzz in the medical community for its possible use in regenerating bone tissue.