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The Flora of Virginia App

Presenter

Organization

Data

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Agenda

The Flora of Virginia
Tour of the Flora App

Browse /Favorites
Graphic Key
Dichotomous Keys
Natural Communities
Botanical Help
Reference Library
My Plant Lists

Demo

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History

Flora Virginia published in 1739
Foundation formed in 2001

501c3 charitable organization

Flora of Virginia updated in 2012
App released in 2017
Learn more, get the App and donate at: floraofvirginia.org

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Resources like the Flora of Virginia App are absolutely critical to protecting healthy native ecosystems which benefit us all. Botany is a living science, managing this resource to provide the most current thinking available requires constant attention. While the glut of free photo apps like Inaturalist may seem to be similar resources, they simply attempt to identify a plant using AI, they do not provide the wealth of information found in the Flora that is necessary for professionals and plant enthusiasts alike. Our detailed descriptions include nativity (native or invasive), range maps and protection status—essential info for conservation, For example protecting wetlands from development, minimizing impacts to sensitive or threatened species, or for restoring landscapes and backyards. The hyperlinked definitions, pictures, botanical drawings and simple graphic key make the info easy to use for anyone interested in plants. You can use the App to identify a plant or use it to figure out what species would grow in your yard to attract birds or pollinators.

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The Flora of Virginia App 101

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Demo

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Prepping for a Plant Sale

What and Why do I want natives?

Insect habitat

Meadow creation/restoration

Landscaping

Wildlife

Where do I want to plant?

Light/shade

Moisture

Field? Buffer? Near house???

Other considerations

Seasonality

Flower color

Fruit form/color

Plants at plant sale

Compare with what’s available