Uncover the ancient mystery of the squirting cucumber's explosive seed dispersal. Discover the plant's sophisticated fluid ...

Scientists from the University of Manchester have uncovered the secrets behind one of nature’s quirkiest plants - the squirting cucumber. While most plants rely on external forces such as animals, ...

Until now, the exact mechanism of the squirting cucumber's seed dispersal—and how this affects its reproductive success—remained poorly understood. In the new study, researchers from the ...