Botany Basics: Intro to Wildflower Plant Families
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Curious about the plants growing around you? Botany Basics: Intro to Wildflower Plant Families will give you the foundational skills you need to start identifying wildflowers and understanding their vital role in our ecosystems. In this course, you'll explore how flowering plants (angiosperms) evolved alongside pollinators, dive into basic plant structures, and learn how pollinators interact with flowers. You’ll get hands-on practice using a dichotomous key—a powerful tool for plant identification—and discover key characteristics of major North American plant families like Asteraceae, Fabaceae, and more. Whether you're a beginner or just want a refresher, this course will build your confidence in recognizing the beauty and diversity of native plants.
Date: June 4, 2025 (Meets online through Zoom)
Time: 2:00-3:30pm CT
Language: English
Instructors: Brittany Smith and Erin Arnsteen
Price: $20
Users will be prompted to create an account in order to register for and access the course.
If cost is a barrier to your participation and you would like to request financial support, please email learn@monarchjointventure.org.