Scientists have uncovered incredible new plant and fungus species in 2024, including a toothed toadstool and a ghostly palm.
These discoveries, from Indonesia to the UK, highlight the incredible biodiversity of our planet and the urgent need for conservation.
Many of these newly discovered species are already threatened by habitat destruction, emphasizing the race against time to protect them.
The ongoing research reveals the potential benefits these species offer, including medicinal uses and even plastic recycling capabilities.
