Episode

Nature: The Plant Hunters

Name: Nature: The Plant Hunters
Released: 1985-11-24
Duration: 53 min
Cast: George Page, F. Murray Abraham, Donald C. Johanson, David Attenborough, Jay O. Sanders

NatureSeason 41985-11-24

Overview

An exploration of the scientific research into the nutritional, medicinal and economic value of plants.

Details

Series: Nature
Season: Season 4
Episode: Episode 6
Air date: 1985-11-24
Runtime: 53 min

Episode context

The Plant Hunters is Episode 6 in Season 4 of Nature. It aired on 1985-11-24. The runtime is 53 min.

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