Introduction to Botany with Clara Holmes
April 29 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Instructor: Clara Holmes, Plant Ecologist with NYC Parks and an instructor at NYBG.
Dates: Tuesday evenings starting, April 29, May 6, and May 13
On Zoom
Times: 6:00-8:00 pm
Price: $125.00
Key Topics Covered
Fundamentals of plant structure and taxonomy
Field guides for plant identification
Plant ecology: Overview of major plant families and their characteristics
Description
Dive into the fascinating world of plants with this beginner-friendly course on botany and plant identification. This course will introduce students to plant anatomy, taxonomy and ecology while equipping students with the skills to identify plants in various ecosystems.
Expectations and goals
Through engaging lectures, students will explore plant structure, basic identification skills, and plant community ecology. You’ll learn how to recognize important plant structures, how to use field guides and tools like dichotomous keys for accurate plant identification, some common plant families, and how to view plants as a community. By the end of this course, participants will have the knowledge and skills to identify plants in New Jersey and an understanding of plant communities in the region.
Plant Structure, Taxonomy, and Identification terminology
Overview of Field Guides and Common Plant Families
Common Plant Families and Plant Ecology
Optional materials
Plant Identification Terminology: An Illustrated Glossary
Newcomb’s Wildflower Guide
Field Guide to North American Wildflowers: Eastern Region