January 15, 2020
Hillsborough County Extension Service, 5339 S CR 579 , Seffner 33584
Using a Dichotomous Key
An informal workshop led by Dr. Luanna Prevost
This workshop will teach the basics of keying out plants using a taxonomic key. We will use what is known as a dichotomous key. In this type of key, at each step, you have two choices based on plant characteristics. If you choose correctly each time, you will arrive at the plant identification.
This is a hands-on workshop. Plants will be provided to ID using the Guide to Vascular Plants of Florida, Wunderlin and Hansen. If you have a copy, bring it along. A hand lens or magnifying glass might also be useful.
Dr. Luanna Prevost is an Assistant Professor at the University of South Florida. Her research specialty is using student writing to understand their comprehension and interpretation of biology.
Suncoast Chapter has not made a refreshment schedule for 2020 yet, so bring along snacks (crackers, cookies, candy, chips, veggies or fruit) to share while working together. We have paper goods, napkins, ice and drinks.
Header Image: Butterfly on Carphephorus carnosus by Shirley Denton (Suncoast November Fieldtrip)
