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Science 6 - Native Plant: Home

This is a guide for finding information about native plants: in the news, in science journals, on websites.

Databases and other OES Online Resources

Book in the Library

Reliable Websites

Native Plants and Trees of Oregon - This is a document put out by the State of Oregon that gives examples of plants and trees that are native to Oregon.

Native Plant Society of Oregon - Founded in 1961, this organization focuses on plant and habitat conservation. 

Oregon Flora Project - Serves as the primary steward of Oregon's botanical information (OSU Herbarium): has an interactive Plant Atlas of Oregon to see plant distribution; a photo gallery; rare plant guide; flora of Oregon; a comprehensive list of the native plants of Oregon; and a link for the Oregon wildflowers app. 

Native and Naturalized Woody Plants of Oregon - A list of the native and naturalized plants in Oregon.

Audobon Native Plants Database - Enter zipcode and find native plants that attract birds.

Tips

Use NoodleTools to keep track of your resources. You will be need to be creative with your search terms. If you are finding too few results, think of synonyms or related terms. If you are finding too many results, think of how you might add or take away words to limit your results. Remember to take the time to read what you're referencing and to think about what you're reading: does it seem plausible; does it seem well researched; what are some examples of faked discoveries throughout history and how did those shape our current thinking?