How modern plant hunters are mapping the Amazon's hidden botanical secrets
In short: Botanists are venturing into the remote Parc Amazonien de Guyane to document unknown flora. This film shows how combining traditional exploration with modern technology helps researchers fill critical gaps in our understanding of the Amazon's biodiversity and its potential to support human life.
Led by Kew scientist William Milliken, this expedition along the French Guiana-Brazil border highlights the intersection of field exploration and laboratory science. By collecting specimens in rarely visited regions, researchers aim to better understand how plants and fungi contribute to health, food security, and the restoration of natural capital.
The project, supported by the French Foreign Legion and CNRS, demonstrates the ongoing relevance of plant hunting. By identifying the specific roles various species play in their ecosystems, the Natural Capital and Plant Health department at Kew works to evaluate how these biological services can be leveraged to benefit humankind.
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