A plant that sniffs out diamonds
Scientists have discovered a rare plant that only appears to grow directly above kimberlite pipes – columns of rock left by eruptions which have historically brought diamonds to earth’s surface.
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SubscribeScientists have discovered a rare plant that only appears to grow directly above kimberlite pipes – columns of rock left by eruptions which have historically brought diamonds to earth’s surface.