Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about biodiversity and the hidden quirks of the natural world. A legendary “walking” tree has captivated rainforest ...

With their towering heights and lush green canopies, palm trees are a beloved part of Southern California’s skyline. But if they are covered with dead material that gets ignited, sometimes they light ...

In the fall of 1949, the City of Palm Springs dedicated 308 palm trees in an official ceremony. The community had worked diligently to acquire and plant the palms along the drive at the entrance to ...

The subject of last week’s column was palm trees and that will be the subject for this column as well. I recently learned that someone in Fountain Valley has a collection of 200 palm tree species ...

“Due to the recent fires, it’s been recommended that we remove our last palm tree, which is by our pool. I have a narrow planter in that location. I would like a new drought-tolerant, fire-resistant ...

Liven up your indoor space with these playful palm trees. Just because you can’t get away to a tropical paradise doesn’t mean you can’t make your home feel like one. You can create tropical vibes ...

Scientists have developed a new method to produce bio-oil and bioenergy applications using the surface fiber waste of date ...

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — More cities in Florida are looking at other trees besides palm trees to combat climate change and offer more shade. West Palm Beach is one city that is taking that approach, ...

After freezing temperatures that not only broke record lows over the weekend but lasted for several days, Florida residents are looking at their yards and wondering, "now what?" Especially after ...

Along the iconic Sunset Boulevard in Hollywood, palm trees line both sides of the roadway. They tower above the tourists and traffic, synonymous with Los Angeles in the minds of visitors. About 8 ...