Plants to the Rescue! is a fabulous illustrated book for future botanists, looking at how plants, trees and fungi are being used to save the planet and reverse climate change. We all know that plants are pretty cool and that trees give us oxygen and food. But it turns out plants can do a whole lot more! Get ready to drop your jaw on the floor when you learn of:
- Spinach that can detect landmines and send emails
- Fig trees used to create living bridges
- Glow-in-the-dark plants that could light your home
- Prickly cactus that makes eco-friendly bags
- Fungi that likes to feed on oil spills
About the Author
Dr Vikram Baliga is a horticulture lecturer in Texas (USA), and host of the podcast Planthropology, where he interviews amazing people from the world of botany. The illustrations are by artist Brian Lambert, who lives in northwest USA.
