Tuesday, July 21, 2026
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How rainfall timing can dramatically reshape entire plant communities

Every spring, millions of people around the world head outdoors to admire wildflowers. But flowering is much more than a beautiful seasonal display. It is one of the most important stages in a plant's life cycle, determining not only its ability to reproduce but also the survival of pollinators and...

How rainfall timing can dramatically reshape entire plant communities
Image: Phys.org
Every spring, millions of people around the world head outdoors to admire wildflowers. But flowering is much more than a beautiful seasonal display. It is one of the most important stages in a plant's life cycle, determining not only its ability to reproduce but also the survival of pollinators and the health of entire ecosystems.

Originally published at Phys.org

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