urban-ecology
Urban ecology is the scientific study of living organisms and their interactions within densely developed environments dominated by buildings, paved surfaces, and human infrastructure. For plant science, this field is essential because it investigates how plants adapt and survive in fragmented urban habitats while understanding their role in critical ecosystem services like air quality, temperature regulation, and stormwater management. As urbanization continues globally, urban plant ecology research directly informs strategies to increase biodiversity, enhance ecosystem health, and improve quality of life in cities.
open_in_new WikipediaInvasive Paulownia tomentosa Colonization Along I-81 Corridor
Princess tree invasions along I-81 have surged 340% since 2022, with highway constructi...
First Documentation of Epipactis helleborine in Portland, Oregon Urban Core
A European orchid has jumped from forest edges to downtown Portland sidewalk cracks, sh...
Tolerance and trace elements extraction of Alliaria petiolata and S...
Researchers tested two plant species for their ability to extract cadmium and zinc from...
Volatile monoterpenes improve PM
Certain plant-emitted volatile compounds called monoterpenes can enhance the ability of...
Genetic engineering to improve resistance against heavy metal stress in
Scientists have genetically engineered cyanobacteria to resist heavy metals and clean p...
Beyond Microplastics: How Tire Wear Particles Influence Plant Performance.
Tire wear particles (TWPs) shed from vehicles accumulate in soils and release a complex...
Elucidating the phytoremediation potential of aquatic macrophytes f...
Certain water plants can absorb toxic heavy metals like cadmium, chromium, and lead fro...
Fungal endophyte-enhanced phytoremediation of persistent organic po...
Certain fungi that live inside plants can significantly boost those plants' ability to ...
Leverage of
Researchers studied how plants growing in the heavily polluted Yamuna River (Delhi, Ind...
Plant-based meat alternatives: understanding the benefits and trade...
Plant-based meat alternatives offer potential benefits for both human health and enviro...
Optimizing photoperiod for growth and centellosides biosynthesis in...
Researchers investigated how adjusting daily light cycles (photoperiod) affects both th...
Nevin's Brickellbush (Brickellia nevinii) observed in Skyland Dr, S...
A research-grade observation documents Nevin's Brickellbush persisting in Sierra Madre,...
Trending: common reed (Phragmites australis) — 59 observations this week
Common reed had a spike in research observations this week with 59 documented sightings...
Trending: Red-flowering Currant (Ribes sanguineum) — 116 observatio...
Red-flowering Currant has become a trending observation on iNaturalist with 116 documen...
Plant species, metabolites, and environmental factors shape the phy...
Researchers found that the community of microbes living on grass leaves in grazed pastu...
Trending: bloodroot (Sanguinaria canadensis) — 983 observations this week
Bloodroot dominated iNaturalist observations this week with 983 research-grade records,...
Trending: lesser celandine (Ficaria verna) — 812 observations this week
Lesser celandine has become the most observed plant species on iNaturalist this week wi...
Trending: Brittlebush (Encelia farinosa) — 359 observations this week
Brittlebush is experiencing a surge in observations on iNaturalist with 359 research-gr...
Trending: eastern redcedar (Juniperus virginiana) — 336 observation...
Eastern redcedar is among the most-observed plant species on iNaturalist this week with...
Trending: Redstem Stork's-bill (Erodium cicutarium) — 315 observati...
Redstem Stork's-bill has become one of the most observed plant species this week with 3...
Trending: Osoberry (Oemleria cerasiformis) — 57 observations this week
Osoberry (Oemleria cerasiformis) is trending on iNaturalist this week with 57 research-...
Trending: eastern white pine (Pinus strobus) — 54 observations this week
Eastern white pine is trending on iNaturalist with 54 research-grade observations this ...
Trending: western sword fern (Polystichum munitum) — 53 observation...
Western sword fern is generating strong interest from the naturalist community, with 53...
Trending: common blue violet (Viola sororia) — 1091 observations this week
Common blue violet received 1,091 research-grade observations on iNaturalist this week,...
Trending: Osoberry (Oemleria cerasiformis) — 114 observations this week
Osoberry is experiencing a surge in citizen science observations with 114 research-grad...
Trending: Salmonberry (Rubus spectabilis) — 113 observations this week
Salmonberry is trending on iNaturalist with 113 research-grade observations recorded th...
Trending: western skunk cabbage (Lysichiton americanus) — 112 obser...
Western skunk cabbage has become one of the most observed plant species on iNaturalist ...
Trending: henbit deadnettle (Lamium amplexicaule) — 430 observation...
Henbit deadnettle (Lamium amplexicaule) is trending on iNaturalist with 430 research-gr...
Trending: licorice fern (Polypodium glycyrrhiza) — 59 observations ...
Licorice fern has become one of the most frequently documented plant species on iNatura...
Enhanced stability and reusability of metagenomic laccase via immob...
Researchers developed a reusable enzyme system that effectively removes antibiotic cont...
Bigelow's Spikemoss (Selaginella bigelovii) observed in Los Gatos
An iNaturalist user documented Bigelow's Spikemoss growing in Los Gatos, contributing v...
Chinaberry (Melia azedarach) observed in San Antonio, TX 78217, USA
A research-grade iNaturalist observation documents the presence of Chinaberry, an invas...
European holly (Ilex aquifolium) observed in Portland, OR, US
A research-grade observation of European holly, an ornamental shrub non-native to North...
Perez's sea lavender (Limonium perezii) observed in Central Malibu,...
Perez's sea lavender, a coastal flowering plant adapted to Mediterranean-climate condit...
Holm oak (Quercus ilex) observed in Villanova Dr, Davis, CA, US
A research-grade community observation documents Holm oak (Quercus ilex), a Mediterrane...
ballmoss (Tillandsia recurvata) observed in Trinity University, San...
A research-grade observation documents the presence of ballmoss, an epiphytic air plant...
felt paintbrush (Castilleja foliolosa) observed in Dusky-footed Woo...
A research-grade observation confirms the presence of felt paintbrush in the Dusky-foot...
maidenhair spleenwort (Asplenium trichomanes) observed in Marine Dr...
Research-grade documentation of maidenhair spleenwort (a small native fern) in West Van...
Fairy-slipper (Calypso bulbosa) observed in Port Angeles
A Fairy-slipper orchid (Calypso bulbosa) was spotted and documented in Port Angeles, Wa...
Yaupon Holly (Ilex vomitoria) observed in Danwood Dr, Austin, TX, US
A research-grade iNaturalist observation documented Yaupon Holly, a native Texas plant ...
Pacific poison oak (Toxicodendron diversilobum) observed in E 8th S...
A research-grade observation of Pacific poison oak—a native plant that causes skin irri...
Rubber Rabbitbrush (Ericameria nauseosa) observed in Lehi, UT 84045, USA
A research-grade observation of Rubber Rabbitbrush, a common shrub species, was documen...
Coulter's matilija poppy (Romneya coulteri) observed in 8th Street ...
A research-grade observation of Coulter's matilija poppy, a native California wildflowe...
western skunk cabbage (Lysichiton americanus) observed in Juanita D...
A research-grade observation of western skunk cabbage documented in Kenmore, Washington...
muscadine (Vitis rotundifolia) observed in NW 20th St, Boca Raton, FL, US
A research-grade observation of muscadine grape documented in Boca Raton, Florida contr...
fringe cups (Tellima grandiflora) observed in SW Country Club Pl, C...
A research-grade iNaturalist observation documents the presence of fringe cups (Tellima...
orange bush monkeyflower (Diplacus aurantiacus) observed in Mines R...
A research-grade observation of orange bush monkeyflower (Diplacus aurantiacus) was doc...
lesser periwinkle (Vinca minor) observed in Fraser Valley, CA-BC, CA
Lesser periwinkle (Vinca minor) was observed as a backyard ground cover in a former far...
common hawthorn (Crataegus monogyna) observed in 8th Street & Fores...
A research-grade iNaturalist observation documents the presence of common hawthorn, a E...
bigleaf maple (Acer macrophyllum) observed in Victoria, BC V8N 6N5, Canada
A research-grade observation of bigleaf maple documented in Victoria, BC through iNatur...
walkingstick cactus (Cylindropuntia imbricata spinosior) observed i...
An iNaturalist citizen science observation documented a walkingstick cactus specimen in...
Rose Clover (Trifolium hirtum) observed in Banbury Loop, Martinez, CA, US
Rose Clover was documented as a research-grade observation in an urban area of Martinez...
Beavertail Pricklypear (Opuntia basilaris) observed in Palm Desert
A research-grade iNaturalist observation documents the presence of native Beavertail Pr...
juniper haircap moss (Polytrichum juniperinum) observed in Boones F...
A research-grade observation documents the presence of juniper haircap moss in Lake Osw...
Red-flowering Currant (Ribes sanguineum) observed in Whitaker Ponds...
A research-grade iNaturalist observation documents Red-flowering Currant presence at Wh...
Interactions of insects with micro- and nanoplastics: A review.
Microplastics are widespread in insects globally, with freshwater species and flies par...
Spatiotemporal distribution, driving factors, and ecological risks ...
Urban sewer systems contain significant levels of antibiotics from human use and livest...
sea grape (Coccoloba uvifera) observed in NW 20th St, Boca Raton, FL, US
A citizen science record documents sea grape presence in an urban Boca Raton neighborho...
box elder (Acer negundo) observed in Bentonville, AR, USA
A research-grade observation of box elder (Acer negundo) was recorded in Bentonville, A...
Snapdragon (Antirrhinum majus) observed in Hattiesburg, MS, USA
A hot pink Snapdragon (Antirrhinum majus) was observed and photographed in Hattiesburg,...
Species in Topic
Wheat
Soy
Potato
Red-flowering Currant
eco
Bigelow's Spikemoss
Osoberry
western skunk cabbage
Pea
Common reed
Chinaberry
eco
Rubber Rabbitbrush
European holly
eco
Princess Tree
eco
Holm oak
Walkingstick cactus
Common blue violet
eco
Coulter's matilija poppy
orange bush monkeyflower
eco
Box Elder
Gotu Kola
eastern white pine
licorice fern
eco
felt paintbrush
Perennial Ryegrass
eco
Redstem Stork's-bill
Pacific poison oak
bigleaf maple
western sword fern
lesser celandine
eco
Ballmoss
Garlic Mustard
Brittlebush
Mung Bean
Yaupon Holly
eco
Nevin's Brickellbush
eco
Fairy-slipper
Muscadine
Rose Clover
Willow
Bloodroot
Phragmites australis
eastern redcedar
Common Hawthorn
Snapdragon
lesser periwinkle
eco
Helleborine Orchid
Vitis rotundifolia
eco
Beavertail Pricklypear
eco
Sea Grape
Opuntia basilaris
Maidenhair Spleenwort
Salmonberry
Perez's sea lavender
fringe cups
Henbit deadnettle
juniper haircap moss