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Courses

Plant Taxonomy

This course examines the major plant divisions with an emphasis on the morphology, taxonomy, ecology and reproductive biology of angiosperms and gymnosperms. Identification keys to flora of Western Canada are used during the course. You are required to submit a plant collection. Labs emphasize morphological and anatomical characteristics of major plant families. A portion of laboratory hours will be assigned to field trips.

  • Prerequisite: BIOL 233 or BOTA 205 
  • Hours: 70 (3-2)