One of the oldest tree species on the planet is the ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba). This deciduous tree is a living fossil also called the maidenhair tree. Though the trees once grew wild in North America, ...

By Shreoshree Chakrabarty: Ginkgo biloba, derived from the leaves of the ginkgo tree, has a long history of use in traditional Chinese medicine. This ancient remedy is widely known for its potential ...