Plant Odysseys. Part 2
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There are some 300,000 species of flowering plant on Earth. A small number have so captivated humans across the ages that they have become iconic. This series explores the biological and botanical history of four iconic plants, tracing each species' epic journey across millennia. Part 2 examines how the water lily colonized the world. Discover the role of the lotus in Korean culture and Buddhism, and witness the giant Amazon lily's unique fertilization process. Follow the rose's development from the wild dog-rose to modern hybrids via selective breeding and learn about its physical and chemical defense mechanisms.
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49 min 58 sec
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