Plant thermogenesis has played key role in attracting pollinating insects for at least 200 million years, study suggests
Thermogenesis is present in plants such as ‘Macrozamia communis’, which raise the temperature of their reproductive organs when in bloom to attract pollinating insects. Credit: R. Oberprieler / Yun Hsiao Thermogenesis is a process by which organisms generate internal heat. Although it is usually associated with animals, some plants have also developed this ability. This