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Rhododendron is a genus of woody plants in the family Ericaceae.

This family includes a variety of flowering plants commonly known for their attractive blooms.

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Agar-agar is obtained from Gelidium.

It is a gelatinous substance used in various applications.

Including as a medium in microbiology and a thickening agent in food.

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The flexibility in plants is due to collenchyma tissue.

This type of tissue provides structural support while allowing for flexibility and growth in young plant parts.

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The Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) aims to:

• Conserve biodiversity: Protect ecosystems, species, and genetic diversity.
• Use its components sustainably: Ensure sustainable use of biological resources.
• Share benefits of genetic resources fairly and equitably: Promote fair sharing of benefits from genetic resources.

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Auxin is an unusual plant hormone and the only one to exist as a hydrocarbon gas.

It plays a key role in regulating plant growth and development.

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Colocasia esculenta is taxonomically included in the family Araceae.

It is commonly known as taro, an important root vegetable.

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Quadrangular stems and opposite decussate leaves are important vegetative characters of the family Labiatae (now known as Lamiaceae).

This family includes aromatic herbs like mint and basil.

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According to scholars, plant physiology is the applied field of plant anatomy and plant morphology.

It focuses on how plant structures and forms function and adapt to their environment.

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Seed germination inside the fruit while still attached to the plant is called vivipary.

This process allows seeds to begin growing before detaching from the parent plant.

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Kew's Herbarium is one of the largest in the world with over seven million specimens of vascular and non-vascular plants.

It holds a vast collection used for research and conservation.