IC-152025 – EL: Native Plants of Central Texas
Course Description
Learn how to identify the native plants that grow in and around Austin. This six-hour class consists of two parts. During Part I of the class you will learn the basics of plant identification, including how to use a plant key to identify plants. Then, we will head outside and apply our knowledge to identify plants in the gardens and on the trails at the Wildflower Center. In Part II, we will learn about conservation of rare plants and how to recognize the most threatening invasive plant species and take action against them. Time permitting, we will take another walk and identify more plants.
Class Saturday, April 23, 2016: 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
The following two field guides are recommended for the class:
Wildflowers of the Texas Hill Country, by Marshall Enquist
Native and Naturalized Woody Plants of Austin and the Hill Country, by Brother Daniel Lynch, C.S.C.
Both books may be purchased at the Wildflower Center Gift Shop the day of the class. We will also have a limited supply of loaner copies on hand if you choose not to purchase the books.
Dr. Clary is the Manager of the Plant Conservation Program at the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center. She holds a doctorate in Botany and Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Anthropology.
Wildflower Center members receive a 10% discount off their enrollment. To become a Wildflower Center member please visit http://www.wildflower.org/join/. Once you have become a member you must return to the Informal Classes site to register; be sure to select the discount button when checking out.
Notes
The following two field guides are recommended for the class: Wildflowers of the Texas Hill Country, by Marshall Enquist, and Native and Naturalized Woody Plants of Austin and the Hill Country, by Brother Daniel Lynch, C.S.C. Both books may be purchased at the Wildflower Center Gift Shop the day of the class. We will also have a limited supply of loaner copies on hand if you choose not to purchase the books.
Hiking/walking shoes and outdoor clothing recommended. Expect light to moderate walking with occasional uneven trails. Dress for the weather (sunscreen, hat, water, etc); this class will be held outdoors.
Wildflower Center members receive a 10% discount off their enrollment. To become a Wildflower Center member please visit http://www.wildflower.org/join/. Once you have become a member you must return to the Informal Classes site to register, be sure to select the discount button when checking out.