Earth’s Oldest Organisms: The Secret of Plant Longevit

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Earth’s Oldest Organisms: The Secret of Plant Longevit

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Summary

This episode explores the astonishing longevity of ancient plants such as Pando and the Great Basin Bristlecone Pine, organisms that have endured for thousands of years.

We examine the difference between single trees and vast clonal colonies connected by underground roots, revealing how some plants persist across millennia.

These living giants also serve as natural archives, preserving climate history in their growth rings. Yet even these resilient organisms now face growing threats from rapid environmental change.

This episode includes AI-generated content.

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