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Botany is a massively underappreciated field of study. Plants give us the air we breathe, the ground we stand on and the food we eat. Habitats are defined by their floral diversity and are essential to the ecosystems that support animal life. This week I attended a botany course with Evelyn Gruchala MSc, and hosted by the brilliant Diana (Di) Clark to build my knowledge of floral identification and the vital role this plays in ecological assessment. From sedges to sticky-weed we delved into the leaves and ligules to find the key characteristics that allow us to identify species and infer information about a site from its flora. #botany #ecology

"Lotus in Bloom" by Yao Shih Lien is a captivating exploration of the world of lotuses, showcasing the beauty and diversity of these remarkable flowers through stunning photography and engaging narrative. The book offers readers an in-depth look at the unique characteristics of lotus flowers, from their varied petal counts and vibrant colour combinations to the fascinating life cycle of their seeds. Designed as a beginner's guide, it provides practical advice on growing lotuses, simplifying the process for enthusiasts and gardeners alike. Yao Shih Lien's passion for botany shines through every page, making this book an essential resource for anyone interested in cultivating or learning more about these exquisite aquatic plants. https://a.co/d/9dhGmiV #lotusinbloom #shihlienyao

NCERT Class 4 Science MCQ : Plants In The Surroundings and Entertain Environment Welcome to our "Plants in the Surroundings and Environment MCQs" page, where you can delve into the world of botany and ecological relationships. This collection of multiple-choice questions (MCQs) #Botany #CompetitiveExams #Ecology #EnvironmentalScience #MCQs #Plants #UPSCIAS https://lnkd.in/dGWg-WB4

Local and landscape factors differentially influence predatory arthropods in urban agroecosystems (OA) An often-asked question among urban gardeners is how to improve gardens and surrounding areas for natural enemies and associated pest control services. Liere and Cowal examine how local vegetation and garden characteristics, as well as the surrounding landscape composition, affect ground-dwelling beetles (Coleoptera: Carabidae and Staphylinidae), spiders (Araneae), opilionids (Opiliones), and ladybird beetles (Coleoptera: Coccinellidae), all of which are important predators. #Botany

Red maple ("Acer rubrum") undergoes one of the most spectacular fall color changes in North America. The typical red color of the leaves results from the production of anthocyanin pigments present in the vacuoles. Poster for the botany week at Trazos_ #redmaple #acerrubrum #maple #scientificillustration #botany #trees #plants #scienceoutreach #digitalillustration #master #leaves #acerorosso #rendering #artandscience

Species of the Week – Botany Bay Weevil (Chrysolopus spectabilis) The Botany Bay Weevil lives in urban areas, forest and woodlands in south-eastern Australia. Like most weevil species, they have a long-snout that they use to chew holes in plants for food and to make egg chambers. Some weevil species are serious pests that threaten trees, vegetables and grain crops. However there are other species that are useful biological control agents of weeds. Find out more about them here: https://bit.ly/3PHZPte

Curious about botany? 🌻🌿 Explore the plant kingdom, from the tiniest flowers to the tallest trees, and learn how plants sustain life on Earth. #Botany #PlantKingdom #GreenWorld #TSFJournalOfBiology

Last year, FLAC acquired its own woodland for research and training purposes. At only 1ha, it’s not large, but as I manage it myself, that suits me well enough. But what research and training can one do in a small woodland? The land was owned by the church from some time in C12 to the 1970s. Is it ancient woodland? I think so. The research and training relates to AW indicator plants. Not just those already present, about 15 species, but those I’m planting, including about 65 species this year (examples in the photo). The first indicator CPD day is in a few weeks. It will be run as a trial for the FLAC crew + other friends ahead of a full seminar programme during April & May next year. Topics covered include the indicator concept, the natural history of relevant species, search methods, botanical identification, data capture and analytical tools. The last two include my WISDOM methodology and how this can be used with DAFOR recording to derive a botanical valuation of the indicator suite. My heartfelt thanks to Alistair Baxter for his inspiration and guidance in introducing me to this fascinating topic. Together, we have taken overly simplistic presence/ absence surveying to a whole new place, creating an approach that actually does transform this area (and possibly other areas) of botany. Details of next year’s seminar programme will be on here from the autumn.

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