New research from our Millennium Seed Bank (MSB) reveals that, for several key grassland species, the most resilient, climate ...

In addition to mentorship from their manager, Kew postdocs are also encouraged to build networks of collaborators, contribute ...

Dig Deeper is an ongoing series that delves into the stories behind plants and fungi you know and love. Meet experts from Kew ...

Standing solemnly in the gardens at Kew is the Temple of Arethusa. Originally constructed as a folly for the pleasure of Princess Augusta in 1758 by the architect William Chambers, by 1921 it (like ...

Other common names: Կենի հատապտղային (Armenian), 歐洲紫杉 (Chinese, traditional), tis červený (Czech), taks (Danish), taxus (Dutch), English yew ...

Shade-grown coffee plantations can be powerful allies in the fight against climate change and biodiversity loss. The use of native trees can provide habitats for wildlife, protect soil health, and ...

Kew's scientists and international partners share their 10 favourite species named as new to science in the past 12 months. It's been another busy year here at Kew, with our scientists and their ...

Often taken for granted, one of the UK’s most threatened habitats is the meadow. These havens of biodiversity are found all over the world, supporting an incredible range of life. Head of Landscapes ...

Important: Please do not use this article as medical advice. If you have a health condition or are considering using plants for treatment, speak to a doctor or qualified medical professional first.

Since Kew Gardens was first established nearly two hundred years ago, trees have been a key part of the landscape. Around 11,000 of them call the Gardens home, ranging from young saplings to Kew’s Old ...

Kew’s Digitisation Project is prompting fresh study of Charles Darwin’s plant collections from his famous trip aboard HMS Beagle. Nearly two centuries after the 22-year-old Charles Darwin set off on ...