New Wood Type Discovered in Tulip Trees Could Revolutionize Carbon Capture

Researchers identify unique wood structure in tulip trees, offering potential for enhanced carbon sequestration.

Scientists from Jagiellonian University and the University of Cambridge found an entirely new type of wood in tulip trees.
The wood, termed 'midwood' or 'accumulator-wood,' features larger macrofibrils than typical hardwoods or softwoods.
This unique structure may enable tulip trees to capture and store carbon more efficiently, aiding climate change mitigation.
The study also revealed convergent evolution in some gymnosperms, showing hardwood-like structures usually seen in angiosperms.
Findings highlight the importance of diverse plant collections for advancing scientific understanding and environmental solutions.