A unique find has intrigued scientists as they named 74 new plant species, including the underground-flowering palm, Pinanga subterranea, discovered in Borneo.
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The Royal Botanic Gardens in London conducted the research, surprising botanists during a plant-hunting expedition in Southeast Asia six years ago.
As European botanists embarked on their journey across Borneo, they stumbled upon a peculiar palm species with an extraordinary characteristic. The newly identified Pinanga subterranea has the remarkable ability to flower underground, adding to
the biodiversity of plant life in the region. The discovery has sparked excitement in the field of botany, showcasing the wonders that continue to be unveiled in our natural world.
