"Unveiling the Astonishing Survival Strategy of Redwoods"

Ancient redwoods in California have surprised scientists by using stored-up energy to bring damaged buds back to life after the 2020 wildfires. The trees tapped into carbon reserves, using sugars made from sunlight decades earlier, to sustain their growth. This discovery challenges previous knowledge on tree growth and raises hope that redwoods can better survive intense wildfires. However, the extent of their energy depletion remains unknown, which will determine their ability to withstand future wildfires.