The Last of Its Kind, The Story of Encephalartos Woodii

The video discusses the rare plant Encephalitis woodyi, or E woodyi, discovered by John Medley Wood in 1895. This plant, a cycad, has a rich history dating back 300 million years, once thriving during the Jurassic period. However, its population has drastically declined due to the extinction of dinosaurs and the rise of modern plants. Today, E woodyi is the last of its kind, with researchers still searching for a female mate to prevent its extinction.

What challenges does Encephalitis woodyi face in terms of reproduction?

Explain the term 'dioecious' in relation to cycads.