Independent (UK): A massive tree that is a relative of the pea yet rises more than 135ft above the ground is among a treasure trove of plants and fungi discovered by botanists. It is one of a “bumper crop” of almost 300 new species discovered in the past 12 months by scientists at the Royal Botanic Gardens in Kew. They include colourful blooms such as orchids and passion flowers, giant trees, a yam reputed to cure cancer and a range of plants that have the potential to be cultivated as valuable …