FOR 109: Dendrology

4 credits

Examines taxonomy, morphology, and ecology of North American woody plants and shrubs important in timber production and wildlife management. Important herbaceous species, useful in ecological forest site classification are also covered in the field. Prepares students to field identify over 90 species. Botany principles of dicotyledons and gymnosperms are also covered. Two-hour lecture. Four-hour lab. Offered Fall.

Prerequisite(s): None.
Co-requisite(s): None.