Introduction to Plant Identification and Ecology
Introduction to Plant Identification and Ecology
Friday, April 13, 2012
6–9 p.m.
Location: UC Riverside Extension Center
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Category: Enrichment
Description: Appropriate for individuals with no experience identifying plants, this course introduces a simplified process of plant identification. Discussion and direct observation explore the relationships between plant species and families in several common habitats. Plant materials are used to teach botanical terminology and introduce the concept of keying as a means to identify plants. Saturday and Sunday field trips to the local mountains provide an opportunity to study the native flora of Southern California. Field studies include discussions of plant distribution and community ecology, plant physiology, adaptation to environmental stresses, pollination biology, conservation and uses of native plants. This course provides a framework for those who wish to continue explorations of the plant world. At the conclusion of the course students construct their own "taxonomic salad" by examining the vegetables that make up a salad and determining what families and species are present and how they relate to wild plants in Southern California.
Schedule:Fri. 6-9 p.m., Sat. 8 a.m.-4 p.m. & Sun. 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Apr. 13, 14 & 15 (3 meetings)
Notes:Friday evening session meets at the Extension Center. Saturday and Sunday sessions are field trips. Students are responsible for their own transportation.
Enroll online or contact Student Services at (951) 827-4105 or toll-free (800) 442-4990. Refer to Section 114−CPF−F42.
Additional Information: Introduction to Plant Identification and Ecology
Open to: General Public
Admission: Entry Charge: $199.00 for individuals / $185 each for couples and family members / $170 each with PINE discount (Refund deadline: April 10)
Sponsor: UCR Extension
Contact Information:
Linda Coco
(951) 827-5804
sciences@ucx.ucr.edu