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Researchers Create Avatar-Inspired Plants (And The Science Behind It Will Blow Your Mind)

staff@grunge.com (S. Flannagan) — Thu, 11 Sep 2025 10:07:00 +0000

Real-life glowing plants like in the film "Avatar" may be on the horizon. Researchers have found a way to make succulents glow and illuminate in the dark.

12 Psychoactive Plants And What They Do To Your Brain, According To Science

staff@grunge.com (Chandler Stark) — Thu, 11 Jan 2024 10:30:10 +0000

Humans have been using plants for their intoxicating and psychoactive properties for thousands of years. Here's what some of the most common do to our brains.

Strange Facts About Psilocybin Mushrooms You Never Knew

staff@grunge.com (Sarah Crocker) — Fri, 15 Dec 2023 10:30:37 +0000

With U.S. states increasingly decriminalizing psilocybin possession and consumption, it's time to learn more about this unique "magic" mushroom.

Why Theodore Roosevelt Banned Christmas Trees In The White House

staff@grunge.com (S. Flannagan) — Thu, 05 Oct 2023 15:00:33 +0000

Theodore Roosevelt banned Christmas trees in the White House despite living there with his wife and six children. Some may consider his reason practical.

Why Britain's Robin Hood Tree Is So Revered

staff@grunge.com (S. Flannagan) — Mon, 02 Oct 2023 13:10:16 +0000

Britain's so-called "Robin Hood" tree was was recently felled in an act of vandalism, shocking and saddening the nation. Here's why the tree is so revered.

Myths People Believe About Carnivorous Plants

staff@grunge.com (Xan Indigo) — Tue, 05 Sep 2023 01:30:14 +0000

When it comes to carnivorous plants, fact is sometimes stranger than fiction. Here's the science behind some of the myths about these incredible species.

The Weird World Of Parasitic Plants

staff@grunge.com (Xan Indigo) — Fri, 25 Aug 2023 20:30:05 +0000

While they may seem like pests, parasitic plants can play important roles in ecosystems. Clearly, the world of parasitic plants is a weird one.

How The Saguaro Blossom Became Arizona's State Flower

staff@grunge.com (William Fischer) — Sat, 19 Aug 2023 13:00:38 +0000

The saguaro blossom was officially designated Arizona's state flower in 1931, but it was a long, long road to get there. Here's the full story.

This Is What They Do With Implants And Prosthetics Before Cremation

staff@grunge.com (William Kennedy) — Sat, 12 Aug 2023 13:00:44 +0000

Thanks to modern medicine, lots of people have implants and prosthetics that improve their quality of life. Here's what happens to those items upon cremation.

The Bizarre Will And Testament Of A Michigan Tycoon Took Almost A Century To Come To Fruition

staff@grunge.com (Jean Mendoza) — Sun, 26 Feb 2023 11:00:51 +0000

While most wills explain how to divide assets among remaining family members, some choose to be more creative in terms of how they give away their possessions.

The Time Screaming Trees' Mark Lanegan Performed On Letterman With A Black Eye

staff@grunge.com (Wendy Mead) — Thu, 19 Jan 2023 15:42:21 +0000

The band's guest spot on "Letterman" was their first appearance on network TV, but this career breakthrough was overshadowed by the events of the night before.

How Did Screaming Trees Get Their Name?

staff@grunge.com (William Kennedy) — Thu, 19 Jan 2023 15:29:13 +0000

The band Screaming Trees lost a second member within less than a year in 2023. Here's how the group got its name.

How The Atomic Bombs Made The Oleander The Flower Of Hiroshima

staff@grunge.com (Kimberly Smith) — Tue, 20 Dec 2022 15:09:15 +0000

When atomic bombs were dropped on Hiroshima, no plant growth was expected for 70 years, yet the oleander did grow and became the symbolic flower of the city.

Why Ukrainians Decorate Christmas Trees With Spider Webs

staff@grunge.com (William Kennedy) — Fri, 02 Dec 2022 20:43:06 +0000

Cultures all around the world have unique ways of celebrating certain holidays. Here is why Ukrainians add webs and spiders to their Christmas trees each year.

The Unexpected Fruit That Is Used To Create Stabbing Sound Effects

staff@grunge.com (Kat Olvera) — Sat, 26 Nov 2022 16:24:56 +0000

Violence in dramatic presentations on film and TV doesn't actually involve real weapons, real fisticuffs, real damage -- at least, we hope not. But the sound?

Why This American Tree Rarely Makes It To Maturity

staff@grunge.com (Kimberly Smith) — Wed, 23 Nov 2022 17:52:39 +0000

There's no question but that many of Earth's forest resources have been decimated by greed over the years, but one American tree's story is more complicated.

The First Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Appeared Nearly 100 Years Ago

staff@grunge.com (Anna Robinson) — Mon, 21 Nov 2022 18:37:36 +0000

Some of the most beloved traditions of a New York City Christmas date back to nearly 100 years ago, including the tree at Rockefeller Center in Manhattan.

What Is The Real Significance Of Flowers At A Funeral?

staff@grunge.com (Kat Olvera) — Mon, 17 Oct 2022 19:29:25 +0000

With the passing of a loved one comes many different ways of laying the deceased to rest. So what is the real significance of flowers at a funeral?

Can Plants Really Tell Time?

staff@grunge.com (Chris Littlechild) — Sun, 09 Oct 2022 15:00:44 +0000

Humans have any number of ways to measure the passage of life -- increments of time, whether seconds or years. Research indicates it isn't just us, either.

Why Dead Snapdragon Flowers Would Make A Perfect Halloween Decoration

staff@grunge.com (Liv Brinkley) — Mon, 03 Oct 2022 20:21:06 +0000

Dead snapdragon flowers would make the perfect Halloween decoration thanks to their symbolic meaning. Here's what makes dead snapdragons spooky.