#32: Tissue Culture
The advancement of tissue culture technology has revolutionized the preservation and propagation of rare plant species, making it easier than ever to repopulate the Earth with endangered flora. Not long ago, Brazil was grappling with the challenge of safeguarding its last remaining Spiritus Sancti plants from poachers.
Today, thanks to tissue culture techniques, these precious specimens can be cultivated by virtually anyone in their own homes, effectively eliminating the market for illegal plant trafficking. This breakthrough in plant conservation offers hope for preserving biodiversity and ensuring that rare and endangered species have a fighting chance at survival, free from the threat of exploitation by poachers.