These include protection of endangered species, conversation issues and natural resources. Ecologists do much of their work outdoors and in laboratories. This book offers a great introduction to California's natural communities. For more information about native plants, join the Native Plant Society in your state. The Native Plant Society is dedicated to the preserving the state's native plant species.
Many organizations also publish books and brochures about the native flora.
This book will help you learn about plant taxonomy. There are also plant field guides available for most regions of the country. From Baby Blue Eyes to Silver Bells, from Abelia to Zinnia, this fascinating book presents the histories and origins of the names of 100 garden favorites. 100 two-color illustrations. This page and all contents copyright KTEH, except some images used under license.