Rare mineral discovered in plants for first time

Discussion in 'Plants: In the News' started by Junglekeeper, Mar 5, 2018.

  1. Junglekeeper

    Junglekeeper Esteemed Contributor 10 Years

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    Michael F Paragon of Plants Forums Moderator 10 Years

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    Cue: massive future over-harvesting of the plants that produce it, resulting in local and regional extinctions . . . :-(
     
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    Daniel Mosquin Paragon of Plants UBC Botanical Garden Forums Administrator Forums Moderator 10 Years

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    I think if the goal is synthesis, the plants should be safe. It's not like alpine plants can tolerate much harvesting / exploitation...regional extirpation would be quick.
     

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