Gene Editing

White egret orchid evolved frilly petal to support pollinator hawkmoth

Posted on July 29, 2022 by Editorial Staff

Botanists suggest that the frilly lip of the white egret orchid evolved as a stabilizer for the hawkmoth while it pollinates the plant, resulting in better seed production.

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