PLANT TAXONOMY SHORT COURSE SGH9

Taxonomic classification of plants

Learn to :

  • Identify
  • Classify
  • Describe
  • Name plants

Without knowledge of plant taxonomy, you risk misidentifying plants. This short course will teach you how to methodically identify a plant's distinguishing traits and the scientific classification through systematic observation and assessment.

Course Content:

Lesson 1 INTRODUCTION – The Why and How of Plant Names

Lesson 2 NAMING THE BITS – Plant Anatomy

Lesson 3 IDENTIFICATION TOOLS

Lesson 4 PLANT FAMILIES – The Family Life of Plants

 

WHO SHOULD STUDY THIS COURSE?
What you learn in this course are fundamental, underpinning skills for anyone working in gardening, horticulture, environmental management or farming. If you are working with plants, it is critical to know exactly what plant you are working with.